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#5289 of 9,539 schools in CA
Dr. Maya Angelou Community High
High School · Los Angeles Unified
300 East 53rd St., Los Angeles, CA 90011
Enrollment
1,013
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,013
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,289 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#388 of 563
public schools
In district
#554 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Dr. Maya Angelou Community High
Dr. Maya Angelou Community High is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Dr.
Maya Angelou Community High serves approximately 1,013 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr. Maya Angelou Community High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,289 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Dr. Maya Angelou Community High show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
53% of students at Dr. Maya Angelou Community High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Dr. Maya Angelou Community High — Students at Dr. Maya Angelou Community High score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 26 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.
How Dr. Maya Angelou Community High Compares
See how Dr. Maya Angelou Community High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
300 East 53rd St., Los Angeles, CA 90011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr. Maya Angelou Community High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Alliance Patti And Peter Neuwirth Leadership Academy (rated 8.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Synergy Quantum Academy (rated 6.5/10), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,781
Median Home Value
$575,200
Median Rent
$1,497/mo
Population
102,784
College Educated
6.2%
Homeownership
26.3%
Avg Commute
33.5 min
Poverty Rate
26.6%
Median Age
31
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr. Maya Angelou Community High
What grades does Dr. Maya Angelou Community High serve?
Dr. Maya Angelou Community High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Dr. Maya Angelou Community High?
Dr. Maya Angelou Community High has an enrollment of approximately 1,013 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Maya Angelou Community High?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Maya Angelou Community High is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr. Maya Angelou Community High rank in CA?
Dr. Maya Angelou Community High ranks #5,289 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Dr. Maya Angelou Community High's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr. Maya Angelou Community High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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. Maya Angelou Community High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Maya Angelou Community High has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
Is Dr. Maya Angelou Community High a charter school?
No, Dr. Maya Angelou Community High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr. Maya Angelou Community High a Title I school?
No, Dr. Maya Angelou Community High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Maya Angelou Community High?
96.3% of students at Dr. Maya Angelou Community High 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
- 1,013
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.4%
- Phone
- (323) 846-4600
- 4-Year Graduation
- 76.0%
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #554 of 769
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