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Los Angeles Senior High

High School · Los Angeles Unified

4650 West Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90019

Enrollment

1,036

Student-Teacher

17.9:1

Score

5.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,248 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#431 of 563

public schools

In district

#614 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Los Angeles Senior High

5.6/10

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

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About Los Angeles Senior High

Los Angeles Senior High is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Los Angeles Senior High serves approximately 1,036 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Los Angeles Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,248 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Los Angeles Senior High show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Los Angeles Senior High 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.

51% of students at Los Angeles Senior 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-18.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.8 pts
Overall Proficiency19% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-8.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
College Readiness4.8Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate78%
AP Participation18%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism51%

Los Angeles Senior High — Students at Los Angeles Senior High score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

83.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 25.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 39.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
51.5% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
38%
ELA
41%
2010
Math
43%
ELA
39%
2011
Math
39%
ELA
40%
2012
Math
43%
ELA
40%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
23%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
18%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
19%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
19%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
16%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
16%
ELA
43%
2024
Math
9.1%
ELA
29.1%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Los Angeles Senior High Compares

See how Los Angeles Senior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
35th percentile in CA
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.6
Sports
3
1 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
83%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
58 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
51.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
18% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics3sports offered
1 boys'·2 girls'·14 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

4650 West Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90019

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Los Angeles Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Girls Academic Leadership Acad Dr. Michelle King Sch STEM (rated 9.0/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARLBOROUGH SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, YESHIVA GEDOLAH OF LOS ANGELES (rated 5.6/10, 1.0 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 mi
School Distance Rating
Girls Academic Leadership Acad Dr. Michelle King Sch STEM Los Angeles 0.1 mi 9.0
Queen Anne Place Elementary Los Angeles 0.3 mi 8.8
John Burroughs Middle Los Angeles 0.6 mi 7.4
Wilshire Crest Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 5.0
ICL Academy Los Angeles 0.8 mi
City Language Immersion Charter Los Angeles 0.9 mi 7.2
Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle Los Angeles 1.0 mi 6.0
Marlborough School Los Angeles 1.0 mi
Alta Loma Elementary Los Angeles 1.0 mi 5.7
Third Street Elementary Los Angeles 1.0 mi 9.3
MARLBOROUGH SCHOOL Los Angeles 1.0 mi 6.7
Samuel A. Fryer Yavneh Hebrew Los Angeles 1.0 mi
Global Education Academy 2 Los Angeles 1.0 mi 9.5
Magnolia Science Academy 6 Los Angeles 0.9 mi 9.3
Arlington Heights Elementary Los Angeles 1.1 mi 5.3
SPIRIT CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Los Angeles 1.1 mi
ST PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles 1.1 mi 6.6
Wilshire Park Elementary Los Angeles 1.0 mi 7.8
Yeshiva Gedolah of Los Angeles Los Angeles 1.0 mi
YESHIVA GEDOLAH OF LOS ANGELES Los Angeles 1.0 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90019 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,395

Median Home Value

$1,178,100

Median Rent

$1,782/mo

Population

59,288

College Educated

39.1%

Homeownership

23.9%

Avg Commute

30.8 min

Poverty Rate

17.8%

Median Age

39.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Los Angeles Senior High

What grades does Los Angeles Senior High serve?

Los Angeles Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Los Angeles Senior High?

Los Angeles Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 1,036 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Los Angeles Senior High?

The student-teacher ratio at Los Angeles Senior High is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Los Angeles Senior High rank in CA?

Los Angeles Senior High ranks #6,248 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Los Angeles Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?

Los Angeles Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Senior High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Los Angeles Senior High has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Los Angeles Senior High a charter school?

No, Los Angeles Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Los Angeles Senior High a Title I school?

No, Los Angeles Senior High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Los Angeles Senior High?

83.3% of students at Los Angeles Senior 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
67 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
62 Good Transit
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,036
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
58
Free/Reduced Lunch
83.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
51.0%
4-Year Graduation
78.0%

District

Los Angeles Unified
District Enrollment
419,929
Schools in District
785
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,687
District Rank
#614 of 769

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