Excellent
#602 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 6% in state
King/drew Medical Magnet High
High School · Los Angeles Unified
1601 East 120th St., Los Angeles, CA 90059
Enrollment
1,359
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
8.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,359
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
8.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#602 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#68 of 563
public schools
In district
#87 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About King/drew Medical Magnet High
King/drew Medical Magnet High is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. King/drew Medical Magnet High serves approximately 1,359 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. King/drew Medical Magnet High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #602 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for King/drew Medical Magnet High show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about King/drew Medical Magnet High
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
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- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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King/drew Medical Magnet High — Students at King/drew Medical Magnet High score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 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: 8.5/10.
How King/drew Medical Magnet High Compares
See how King/drew Medical Magnet 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
1601 East 120th St., Los Angeles, CA 90059
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering King/drew Medical Magnet High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Compton Early College High (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Compton), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Centennial High (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Compton), 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 90059 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,840
Median Home Value
$566,200
Median Rent
$1,317/mo
Population
38,015
College Educated
11.8%
Homeownership
44.3%
Avg Commute
33.8 min
Poverty Rate
24.4%
Median Age
30.8
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| Acalanes High Lafayette, CA | 8.6 |
| Francisco Bravo Medical Magnet High Los Angeles, CA | 8.6 |
| Mission Vista High Vista, CA | 8.6 |
| University City High San Diego, CA | 8.6 |
| Woodrow Wilson Senior High Los Angeles, CA | 8.6 |
| Corcoran High Corcoran, CA | 8.8 |
Compare King/drew Medical Magnet High with similar schools nearby
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about King/drew Medical Magnet High
What grades does King/drew Medical Magnet High serve?
King/drew Medical Magnet High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend King/drew Medical Magnet High?
King/drew Medical Magnet High has an enrollment of approximately 1,359 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at King/drew Medical Magnet High?
The student-teacher ratio at King/drew Medical Magnet High is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does King/drew Medical Magnet High rank in CA?
King/drew Medical Magnet High ranks #602 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is King/drew Medical Magnet High's MySchoolScout rating?
King/drew Medical Magnet High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 King/drew Medical Magnet High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, King/drew Medical Magnet High has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is King/drew Medical Magnet High a charter school?
No, King/drew Medical Magnet High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is King/drew Medical Magnet High a Title I school?
No, King/drew Medical Magnet High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for King/drew Medical Magnet High?
91.5% of students at King/drew Medical Magnet 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,359
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 68
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.0%
- Phone
- (323) 566-0420
- 4-Year Graduation
- 97.0%
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #87 of 769
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