Very Good
#2553 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 27% in state
Los Angeles High School of the Arts
High School · Los Angeles Unified
701 South Catalina St., Los Angeles, CA 90005
Enrollment
435
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
435
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,553 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#220 of 563
public schools
In district
#283 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Los Angeles High School of the Arts
Los Angeles High School of the Arts is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Los Angeles High School of the Arts serves approximately 435 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Los Angeles High School of the Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,553 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Los Angeles High School of the Arts show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about Los Angeles High School of the Arts
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
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- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Los Angeles High School of the Arts 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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Los Angeles High School of the Arts — Students at Los Angeles High School of the Arts score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.6%
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: 6.9/10.
How Los Angeles High School of the Arts Compares
See how Los Angeles High School of the Arts 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
701 South Catalina St., Los Angeles, CA 90005
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Los Angeles High School of the Arts may also want to explore other high schools in the area. UNIVERSITY OF SILVANER (rated 7.6/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is School for the Visual Arts and Humanities (rated 7.5/10), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ambassador-Global Leadership (rated 6.3/10), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90005 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,755
Median Home Value
$1,084,400
Median Rent
$1,648/mo
Population
38,747
College Educated
38%
Homeownership
9%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
24.6%
Median Age
35.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Los Angeles High School of the Arts
What grades does Los Angeles High School of the Arts serve?
Los Angeles High School of the Arts serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Los Angeles High School of the Arts?
Los Angeles High School of the Arts has an enrollment of approximately 435 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Los Angeles High School of the Arts?
The student-teacher ratio at Los Angeles High School of the Arts is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Los Angeles High School of the Arts rank in CA?
Los Angeles High School of the Arts ranks #2,553 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Los Angeles High School of the Arts's MySchoolScout rating?
Los Angeles High School of the Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Los Angeles High School of the Arts?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Los Angeles High School of the Arts has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Los Angeles High School of the Arts a charter school?
No, Los Angeles High School of the Arts is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Los Angeles High School of the Arts a Title I school?
No, Los Angeles High School of the Arts is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Los Angeles High School of the Arts?
90.6% of students at Los Angeles High School of the Arts 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
- 435
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.3%
- Phone
- (213) 480-4600
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #283 of 769
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