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Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3

High School · Los Angeles Unified

4211 Dozier St., Los Angeles, CA 90063

Enrollment

324

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

6.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,905 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#366 of 563

public schools

In district

#520 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3

6.3/10

High School in Los Angeles · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

E. Los Angeles Renaiss Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #2

7.2/10

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Humanitas Acad of Art and Tech at Esteban E. Torres High #4

7.2/10

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About Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3

Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3 is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E.

Torres High #3 serves approximately 324 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,905 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3 show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3 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.

57% of students at Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.4 pts/yr
Data Period2011–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency8.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-19.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-31.7 pts
Overall Proficiency16% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-3.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
College Readiness6.5Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation26.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism56.5%

Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3 — Students at Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3 score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

97.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 21.5% (multi-year average, 2011-2024)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 30.0% (multi-year average, 2011-2024)
School
State
51.5% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 26 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2011
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
34.5%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
34.5%
2024
Math
8.1%
ELA
24.2%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3 Compares

See how Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
49th percentile in CA
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.6
Sports
4
2 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
98%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
56.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
26.2% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics4sports offered
2 boys'·2 girls'·16 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4211 Dozier St., Los Angeles, CA 90063

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3 may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5 (rated 9.0/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ednovate - Esperanza College Prep (rated 8.7/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby East Los Angeles), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Alliance Morgan McKinzie High (rated 8.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.8 mi
School Distance Rating
E. Los Angeles Renaiss Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #2 Los Angeles 0.0 mi 7.2
Humanitas Acad of Art and Tech at Esteban E. Torres High #4 Los Angeles 0.0 mi 7.2
Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5 Los Angeles 0.0 mi 9.0
Esteban Torres East LA Performing Arts Magnet Los Angeles 0.0 mi 7.7
OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE SCHOOL - LA Los Angeles 0.2 mi 4.0
Animo Ellen Ochoa Charter Middle Los Angeles 0.2 mi 8.9
Ednovate - Esperanza College Prep East Los Angeles 0.3 mi 8.7
Hilda L. Solis Lrng Acad Sch of Tech Business and Ed Los Angeles 0.3 mi 5.2
Marianna Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.4 mi 7.8
Belvedere Middle Los Angeles 0.4 mi 7.5
William R. Anton Elementary Los Angeles 0.5 mi 7.0
Alfonso B. Perez Special Education Center Los Angeles 0.5 mi 4.4
Brooklyn Avenue Los Angeles 0.5 mi 7.5
Robert F. Kennedy Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 8.1
Virtual Academy STEAM Los Angeles 0.8 mi
Belvedere Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 7.2
City of Angels Los Angeles 0.8 mi 6.0
Alliance College-Ready Middle Academy 8 Los Angeles 0.8 mi 7.9
Humphreys Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.9 mi 8.4
Alliance Morgan McKinzie High Los Angeles 0.8 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,725

Median Home Value

$619,100

Median Rent

$1,489/mo

Population

50,536

College Educated

12.8%

Homeownership

38.1%

Avg Commute

31.3 min

Poverty Rate

16.7%

Median Age

34

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3

What grades does Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3 serve?

Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3 serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3?

Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3 has an enrollment of approximately 324 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3?

The student-teacher ratio at Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3 is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3 rank in CA?

Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3 ranks #4,905 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3's MySchoolScout rating?

Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3 has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).

Is Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3 a charter school?

No, Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3 a Title I school?

No, Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3?

97.8% of students at Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
83 Very Walkable
Transit Score
52 Good Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
324
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
97.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
56.5%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

Los Angeles Unified
District Enrollment
419,929
Schools in District
785
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,687
District Rank
#520 of 769

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