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#4724 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 50% in state
Mervyn M. Dymally High
High School · Los Angeles Unified
8800 South San Pedro St., Los Angeles, CA 90003
Enrollment
720
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
720
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,724 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#354 of 563
public schools
In district
#501 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Mervyn M. Dymally High
Mervyn M. Dymally High is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Mervyn M.
Dymally High serves approximately 720 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mervyn M. Dymally High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,724 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mervyn M. Dymally High show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
53% of students at Mervyn M. Dymally 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
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Mervyn M. Dymally High — Students at Mervyn M. Dymally High score 19% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.3%
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: 8.2/10.
How Mervyn M. Dymally High Compares
See how Mervyn M. Dymally 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
8800 South San Pedro St., Los Angeles, CA 90003
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mervyn M. Dymally High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Alliance Judy Ivie Burton Technology Academy High (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is John C. Fremont Senior High (rated 6.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, John Hope Continuation (rated 5.5/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
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20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,781
Median Home Value
$547,600
Median Rent
$1,515/mo
Population
71,708
College Educated
7.1%
Homeownership
26.6%
Avg Commute
36.5 min
Poverty Rate
26.3%
Median Age
30.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mervyn M. Dymally High
What grades does Mervyn M. Dymally High serve?
Mervyn M. Dymally High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mervyn M. Dymally High?
Mervyn M. Dymally High has an enrollment of approximately 720 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mervyn M. Dymally High?
The student-teacher ratio at Mervyn M. Dymally High is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mervyn M. Dymally High rank in CA?
Mervyn M. Dymally High ranks #4,724 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mervyn M. Dymally High's MySchoolScout rating?
Mervyn M. Dymally High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Mervyn M. Dymally High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mervyn M. Dymally High has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
Is Mervyn M. Dymally High a charter school?
No, Mervyn M. Dymally High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mervyn M. Dymally High a Title I school?
No, Mervyn M. Dymally High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mervyn M. Dymally High?
98.3% of students at Mervyn M. Dymally 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
- 720
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.1%
- Phone
- (323) 565-4600
- 4-Year Graduation
- 82.0%
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #501 of 769
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