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Los Angeles College Prep Academy

High School · Los Angeles College Prep Academy District

625 Coleman Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90042

Charter

Enrollment

41

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

6.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,816 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#355 of 563

public schools

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Los Angeles College Prep Academy

6.3/10

High School in Los Angeles · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.6/10

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About Los Angeles College Prep Academy

Los Angeles College Prep Academy is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles College Prep Academy District. Los Angeles College Prep Academy serves approximately 41 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Los Angeles College Prep Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,816 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Los Angeles College Prep Academy show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

How it comparesOn par with CA schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 41 students, Los Angeles College Prep Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Los Angeles College Prep Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Los Angeles College Prep Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-0.84 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2024
TrendStable
Academics4.3Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency0% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-28 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.9 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-10.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
College Readiness4.1Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate49.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$35,439
Chronic Absenteeism46.3%

Los Angeles College Prep Academy — Students at Los Angeles College Prep Academy score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

68.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 7.5% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 47.3% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
51.5% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 8 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2018
Math
15%
ELA
44.5%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
44.5%
2024
ELA
50%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.

How Los Angeles College Prep Academy Compares

See how Los Angeles College Prep Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
50th percentile in CA
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent
Advanced STEM
2/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
68%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
4 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
46.3%

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

625 Coleman Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90042

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Los Angeles College Prep Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Benjamin Franklin Senior High (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Academia Avance Charter (rated 6.1/10, 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 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Bushnell Way Elementary Los Angeles 0.3 mi 8.6
St. Ignatius of Loyola Elementary Los Angeles 0.9 mi
GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Los Angeles 1.0 mi 6.3
Good Shepherd Lutheran School Los Angeles 1.0 mi
El Sereno Elementary Los Angeles 0.9 mi 7.7
Garvanza Elementary Los Angeles 1.1 mi 7.5
Richard Riordan Primary Center Los Angeles 1.0 mi 4.9
Academia Avance Charter Los Angeles 0.9 mi 6.1
Our Lady of Guadalupe School - Rose Hill Los Angeles 1.1 mi
Monte Vista Street Elementary Los Angeles 1.0 mi 6.5
Luther Burbank Middle Los Angeles 1.2 mi 8.8
OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE SCHOOL-ROSE HILLS Los Angeles 1.2 mi 4.4
Anahuacalmecac International Univ Prep of N. America Los Angeles 1.2 mi 7.8
Monterey Hills Elementary South Pasadena 1.1 mi 8.6
San Pascual Elem Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math (STEAM) Magnet Los Angeles 1.3 mi 8.5
Arroyo Vista Elementary South Pasadena 1.2 mi 8.3
Benjamin Franklin Senior High Los Angeles 1.3 mi 7.9
Cesar Chavez Elementary Los Angeles 1.3 mi 6.0
Arroyo Seco Museum Science Los Angeles 1.2 mi 7.1
Huntington Drive Elementary Los Angeles 1.4 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,401

Median Home Value

$940,600

Median Rent

$1,853/mo

Population

58,344

College Educated

40.4%

Homeownership

46.5%

Avg Commute

32.8 min

Poverty Rate

10.6%

Median Age

38.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Los Angeles College Prep Academy

What grades does Los Angeles College Prep Academy serve?

Los Angeles College Prep Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Los Angeles College Prep Academy?

Los Angeles College Prep Academy has an enrollment of approximately 41 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Los Angeles College Prep Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Los Angeles College Prep Academy is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Los Angeles College Prep Academy rank in CA?

Los Angeles College Prep Academy ranks #4,816 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Los Angeles College Prep Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Los Angeles College Prep Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Los Angeles College Prep Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Los Angeles College Prep Academy has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

Is Los Angeles College Prep Academy a charter school?

Yes, Los Angeles College Prep Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Los Angeles College Prep Academy a Title I school?

No, Los Angeles College Prep Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Los Angeles College Prep Academy?

68.3% of students at Los Angeles College Prep Academy 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
65 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
45 Some Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
41
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Free/Reduced Lunch
68.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
46.3%
4-Year Graduation
49.5%

District

Los Angeles College Prep Academy District
District Enrollment
41
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$35,439
District Rank
#1 of 1

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