Excellent
#988 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 10% in state
Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez High
High School · Los Angeles Unified
1200 Plaza Del Sol, Los Angeles, CA 90033
Enrollment
779
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
8.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
779
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
8.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#988 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#102 of 563
public schools
In district
#130 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez High
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About Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez High
Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez High is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez High serves approximately 779 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #988 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez High show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez 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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Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez High — Students at Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez High score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 9.5/10.
How Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez High Compares
See how Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez 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
1200 Plaza Del Sol, Los Angeles, CA 90033
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Theodore Roosevelt Senior High (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Boyle Heights Continuation (rated 4.5/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Metropolitan Continuation (rated 3.9/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Utah Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Dolores Mission School Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | — |
| DOLORES MISSION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| NISHI HONGWANJI CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | — |
| WHITE MEMORIAL ADVENTIST SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | — |
| Puente Charter Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Second Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Bridge Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| LUMBINI CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | — |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Extera Public Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Breed Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Ann Street Elementary Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Metropolitan Continuation Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| CDS Secondary Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | — |
| Para Los Ninos Charter Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 9.5 |
| Hollenbeck Middle Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| School of Santa Isabel Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | — |
| Boyle Heights Continuation Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Theodore Roosevelt Senior High Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,001
Median Home Value
$669,500
Median Rent
$1,391/mo
Population
46,540
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
18.1%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
25.9%
Median Age
32.3
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| Pacific Grove High Pacific Grove, CA | 8.4 |
| Abraham Lincoln Senior High Los Angeles, CA | 8.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez High
What grades does Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez High serve?
Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez High?
Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez High has an enrollment of approximately 779 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez High?
The student-teacher ratio at Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez High is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez High rank in CA?
Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez High ranks #988 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez High's MySchoolScout rating?
Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez High has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez High a charter school?
No, Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez High a Title I school?
No, Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez High?
93.3% of students at Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 779
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.4%
- Phone
- (323) 981-5400
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #130 of 769
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