Very Good
#3514 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 37% in state
Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex
High School · Los Angeles Unified
6100 South Central Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90001
Enrollment
514
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
514
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,514 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#282 of 563
public schools
In district
#385 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex
Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex serves approximately 514 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,514 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex runs 20.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
45% of students at Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex 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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Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex — Students at Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex score 25% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 26 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: 9.0/10.
How Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex Compares
See how Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex 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
6100 South Central Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Public Service Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex (rated 7.4/10), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Communication and Tech at Diego Rivera Lrng Complex (rated 6.6/10), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Synergy Quantum Academy (rated 6.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. 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 90001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,751
Median Home Value
$513,300
Median Rent
$1,471/mo
Population
56,403
College Educated
7%
Homeownership
35.6%
Avg Commute
35.7 min
Poverty Rate
20.5%
Median Age
31.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex
What grades does Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex serve?
Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex?
Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex has an enrollment of approximately 514 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex?
The student-teacher ratio at Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex is 20.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex rank in CA?
Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex ranks #3,514 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex's MySchoolScout rating?
Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
Is Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex a charter school?
No, Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex a Title I school?
No, Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex?
97.3% of students at Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex 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
- 514
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.1%
- Phone
- (323) 846-2136
- 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
- #385 of 769
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