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George Washington Preparatory High
High School · Los Angeles Unified
10860 South Denker Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90047
Enrollment
775
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
775
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,063 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#425 of 563
public schools
In district
#602 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About George Washington Preparatory High
George Washington Preparatory High is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. George Washington Preparatory High serves approximately 775 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. George Washington Preparatory High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,063 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for George Washington Preparatory High show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at George Washington Preparatory High 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.
65% of students at George Washington Preparatory 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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George Washington Preparatory High — Students at George Washington Preparatory High score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.9%
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: 8.1/10.
How George Washington Preparatory High Compares
See how George Washington Preparatory 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
10860 South Denker Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90047
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering George Washington Preparatory High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Middle College High (rated 9.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Animo South Los Angeles Charter (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TEACH Tech Charter High (rated 7.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
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20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90047 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,187
Median Home Value
$648,200
Median Rent
$1,492/mo
Population
50,925
College Educated
20.8%
Homeownership
54.4%
Avg Commute
34.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.9%
Median Age
38.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about George Washington Preparatory High
What grades does George Washington Preparatory High serve?
George Washington Preparatory High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend George Washington Preparatory High?
George Washington Preparatory High has an enrollment of approximately 775 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at George Washington Preparatory High?
The student-teacher ratio at George Washington Preparatory High is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does George Washington Preparatory High rank in CA?
George Washington Preparatory High ranks #6,063 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is George Washington Preparatory High's MySchoolScout rating?
George Washington Preparatory High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 George Washington Preparatory High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, George Washington Preparatory High has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is George Washington Preparatory High a charter school?
No, George Washington Preparatory High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is George Washington Preparatory High a Title I school?
No, George Washington Preparatory High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George Washington Preparatory High?
96.9% of students at George Washington Preparatory 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
- 775
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 65.4%
- Phone
- (323) 418-4000
- 4-Year Graduation
- 72.0%
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #602 of 769
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