Very Good
#3578 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 38% in state
Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center
High School · Temple City Unified
9501 Lemon Ave., Temple City, CA 91780
Enrollment
37
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
37
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,578 of 9,539
In Temple City
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
Temple City Unified
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center
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About Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center
Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center is a public high school in Temple City, CA, part of Temple City Unified. Dr.
Doug Sears Learning Center serves approximately 37 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,578 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 37 students, Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center — Students at Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 18 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.
How Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center Compares
See how Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
9501 Lemon Ave., Temple City, CA 91780
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Gidley Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby El Monte), which scores notably higher. Another option is SAN GABRIEL ACADEMY (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby San Gabriel), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jefferson Middle (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby San Gabriel), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Temple City, see our Temple City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OASIS TRILINGUAL COMMUNITY SCHOOL Temple City | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| St. Luke Catholic School Temple City | 0.5 mi | — |
| Cloverly Elementary Temple City | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Longden Elementary Temple City | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| ALLAIS SCHOOL Arcadia | 0.6 mi | — |
| LEARNING TREE MONTESSORI OF ARCADIA Arcadia | 0.8 mi | — |
| Temple City High Temple City | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Temple City Alternative Temple City | 0.9 mi | — |
| Baldwin Stocker Elementary Arcadia | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| La Rosa Elementary Temple City | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Longley Way Elementary Arcadia | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Oak Avenue Intermediate Temple City | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Our Lady of the Angels Academy Arcadia | 1.3 mi | — |
| Ark Christian Academy San Gabriel | 1.2 mi | — |
| ARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Gabriel | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| SAN GABRIEL ACADEMY San Gabriel | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Gidley Elementary El Monte | 1.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Jefferson Middle San Gabriel | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| LOVE & CARE CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL Temple City | 1.3 mi | — |
| Encinita Elementary Rosemead | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91780 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,746
Median Home Value
$922,900
Median Rent
$2,046/mo
Population
35,136
College Educated
42.6%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
42.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center
What grades does Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center serve?
Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center?
Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 37 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center rank in CA?
Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center ranks #3,578 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center a charter school?
No, Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center?
59.5% of students at Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 37
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (626) 548-5113
- 4-Year Graduation
- 80%+
Resources & Links
District
Temple City Unified- District Enrollment
- 5,253
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,318
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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