Below Average
#7963 of 9,539 schools in CA
Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr
High School · Los Angeles Unified
2302 South Gramercy Pl., Los Angeles, CA 90018
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
11th – 12th
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
11th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,963 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#517 of 563
public schools
In district
#739 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr
Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr serves approximately 277 students, and covers grades 11th-12th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,963 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
48% of students at Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr 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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Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr — Students at Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.6/10.
How Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr Compares
See how Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2302 South Gramercy Pl., Los Angeles, CA 90018
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Math and Science College Preparatory (rated 7.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BISHOP CONATY-OUR LADY OF LORETTO HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90018 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,671
Median Home Value
$886,800
Median Rent
$1,512/mo
Population
48,812
College Educated
24.4%
Homeownership
32.1%
Avg Commute
34.6 min
Poverty Rate
19.2%
Median Age
37.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr
What grades does Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr serve?
Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr serves students in grades 11th through 12th.
How many students attend Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr?
Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr has an enrollment of approximately 277 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr?
The student-teacher ratio at Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr rank in CA?
Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr ranks #7,963 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr's MySchoolScout rating?
Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr a charter school?
No, Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr a Title I school?
No, Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr?
82.3% of students at Joseph Pomeroy Widney Car Prep and Transition Ctr 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
- 11th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 277
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.3%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.7%
- Phone
- (323) 731-8633
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #739 of 769
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