Excellent
#510 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 5% in state
Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles
High School · Los Angeles Unified
24300 South Western Ave., Harbor City, CA 90710
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
8.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
8.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#510 of 9,539
In Harbor City
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#78 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles
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About Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles
Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles is a public high school in Harbor City, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles serves approximately 312 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #510 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles 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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Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles — Students at Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 22 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: 9.8/10.
How Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles Compares
See how Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles 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
24300 South Western Ave., Harbor City, CA 90710
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Nathaniel Narbonne Senior High (rated 7.8/10), a more accessible option. Additionally, George S. Patton Continuation (rated 5.4/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Harbor City, see our Harbor City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Nathaniel Narbonne Senior High Harbor City | 0.0 mi | 7.8 |
| George S. Patton Continuation Harbor City | 0.1 mi | 5.4 |
| President Avenue Elementary Harbor City | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| The Pines Christian School Harbor City | 0.6 mi | — |
| THE PINES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Harbor City | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Coastal Academy Lomita | 0.5 mi | — |
| Harbor City Elementary Harbor City | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| John Adams Elementary Torrance | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Alexander Fleming Middle Lomita | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| HAPPY TOTS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Harbor City | 0.9 mi | — |
| Lomita Math/Science/Technology Magnet Lomita | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| ST MARGARET MARY SCHOOL Lomita | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| St Margaret Mary School Lomita | 1.0 mi | — |
| HAPPY TOTS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Harbor City | 1.0 mi | — |
| J. H. Hull Middle Torrance | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Normont Elementary Harbor City | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Howard Wood Elementary Torrance | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Eshelman Avenue Elementary Lomita | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| TORRANCE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Torrance | 1.2 mi | — |
| VERMONT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Harbor City | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90710 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,486
Median Home Value
$648,600
Median Rent
$1,547/mo
Population
26,777
College Educated
32.2%
Homeownership
54.9%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
40.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles
What grades does Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles serve?
Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles?
Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles has an enrollment of approximately 312 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles?
The student-teacher ratio at Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles rank in CA?
Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles ranks #510 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles's MySchoolScout rating?
Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
Is Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles a charter school?
No, Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles a Title I school?
No, Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles?
76.0% of students at Humanities and Arts (harts) Academy of Los Angeles 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
- 312
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.9%
- Phone
- (310) 257-4300
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #78 of 769
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