Excellent
#443 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 5% in state
Hollywood Senior High
High School · Los Angeles Unified
1521 North Highland Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90028
Enrollment
1,052
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
8.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,052
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
8.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Los Angeles
#96 of 563
public schools
California high schools
#65 of 1,892
In district
#142 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.6 / 10
Exceptional
About Hollywood Senior High
Hollywood Senior High is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of the Los Angeles Unified. The school serves approximately 1,052 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 16.2:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.7/10, placing it in the 95.4th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 21% proficiency in math, 11 points below the state average and 58% in reading/language arts, 6 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $59,393, where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
Score Breakdown
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Hollywood Senior High — Students at Hollywood Senior High score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 8 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: 7.8/10.
How Hollywood Senior High Compares
See how Hollywood Senior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 24% (2019) to 17.07% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 52% (2019) to 58% (2024).
Location
1521 North Highland Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90028
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hollywood Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY FCE (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is THE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF LOS ANGELES (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, YESHIVA OHR ELCHONON CHABAD - WEST COAST (rated 3.6/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90028 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,393
Median Home Value
$970,800
Median Rent
$1,839/mo
Population
31,441
College Educated
49%
Homeownership
3.8%
Avg Commute
29.2 min
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
35.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Hollywood Senior High has a median household income of $59,393. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $970,800, with a median rent of $1,839/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.7%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hollywood Senior High
What grades does Hollywood Senior High serve?
Hollywood Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Hollywood Senior High?
Hollywood Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 1,052 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hollywood Senior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Hollywood Senior High is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hollywood Senior High rank in CA?
Hollywood Senior High is ranked #443 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Hollywood Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Hollywood Senior High has a composite rating of 8.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Hollywood Senior High?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Hollywood Senior High has 21.3% math proficiency and 57.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Hollywood Senior High a charter school?
No, Hollywood Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hollywood Senior High a Title I school?
No, Hollywood Senior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hollywood Senior High?
90.4% of students at Hollywood Senior 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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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 98 Walker's Paradise
- Transit Score
- 67 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 67 Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,223/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,052
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (323) 993-1700
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #142 of 769
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