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#4719 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 50% in state
James Monroe High
High School · Los Angeles Unified
9229 Haskell Ave., North Hills, CA 91343
Enrollment
1,944
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,944
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,719 of 9,539
In North Hills
#6 of 14
public schools
In district
#496 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About James Monroe High
James Monroe High is a public high school in North Hills, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. James Monroe High serves approximately 1,944 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. James Monroe High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,719 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for James Monroe High show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at James Monroe 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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James Monroe High — Students at James Monroe High score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.7%
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: 6.2/10.
How James Monroe High Compares
See how James Monroe 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
9229 Haskell Ave., North Hills, CA 91343
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James Monroe High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Valor Academy High (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores notably higher. Another option is Albert Einstein Continuation (rated 5.4/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, DUBNOFF CENTER FOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT (rated 4.9/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in North Hills, see our North Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91343 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,719
Median Home Value
$751,000
Median Rent
$1,796/mo
Population
61,607
College Educated
26.4%
Homeownership
49.3%
Avg Commute
31.5 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
35.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James Monroe High
What grades does James Monroe High serve?
James Monroe High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend James Monroe High?
James Monroe High has an enrollment of approximately 1,944 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James Monroe High?
The student-teacher ratio at James Monroe High is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James Monroe High rank in CA?
James Monroe High ranks #4,719 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is James Monroe High's MySchoolScout rating?
James Monroe High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 James Monroe High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James Monroe High has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is James Monroe High a charter school?
No, James Monroe High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James Monroe High a Title I school?
No, James Monroe High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James Monroe High?
91.7% of students at James Monroe 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
- 1,944
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 115
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.4%
- Phone
- (818) 830-4200
- 4-Year Graduation
- 81.0%
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #496 of 769
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