Very Good
#2320 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 24% 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
7.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,052
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,320 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#196 of 563
public schools
In district
#245 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Hollywood Senior High
Hollywood Senior High is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Hollywood Senior High serves approximately 1,052 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Hollywood Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,320 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Hollywood Senior High show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Hollywood Senior 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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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 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: 5.3/10.
How Hollywood Senior High Compares
See how Hollywood Senior 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
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), with a very similar rating. Another option is THE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF LOS ANGELES (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. 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 .
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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
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| Bassett Senior High La Puente, CA | 7.6 |
| Charter Oak High Covina, CA | 7.6 |
| Delano High Delano, CA | 7.6 |
| Firebaugh High Firebaugh, CA | 7.6 |
| Monterey High Monterey, CA | 7.6 |
| New West Charter Los Angeles, CA | 7.6 |
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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 ranks #2,320 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Hollywood Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Hollywood Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Hollywood Senior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hollywood Senior High has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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.
Neighborhood Context
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.8%
- Phone
- (323) 993-1700
- 4-Year Graduation
- 89.0%
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #245 of 769
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