Very Good
#3100 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 33% in state
Phineas Banning Senior High
High School · Los Angeles Unified
1527 Lakme Ave., Wilmington, CA 90744
Enrollment
2,437
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,437
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,100 of 9,539
In Wilmington
#6 of 12
public schools
In district
#330 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Phineas Banning Senior High
Phineas Banning Senior High is a public high school in Wilmington, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Phineas Banning Senior High serves approximately 2,437 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Phineas Banning Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,100 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Phineas Banning Senior High show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Phineas Banning Senior High is a large school: 2,437 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
46% of students at Phineas Banning 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
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Phineas Banning Senior High — Students at Phineas Banning Senior High score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.9%
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: 7.9/10.
How Phineas Banning Senior High Compares
See how Phineas Banning Senior 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
1527 Lakme Ave., Wilmington, CA 90744
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Phineas Banning Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Dr. Richard A. Vladovic Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy (rated 9.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Carson Senior High (rated 7.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Carson), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Eagle Tree Continuation (rated 6.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Carson), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90744 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,440
Median Home Value
$596,100
Median Rent
$1,426/mo
Population
53,678
College Educated
9.4%
Homeownership
35.8%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
19%
Median Age
32.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Phineas Banning Senior High
What grades does Phineas Banning Senior High serve?
Phineas Banning Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Phineas Banning Senior High?
Phineas Banning Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 2,437 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Phineas Banning Senior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Phineas Banning Senior High is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Phineas Banning Senior High rank in CA?
Phineas Banning Senior High ranks #3,100 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Phineas Banning Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Phineas Banning Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Phineas Banning Senior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Phineas Banning Senior High has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Phineas Banning Senior High a charter school?
No, Phineas Banning Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Phineas Banning Senior High a Title I school?
No, Phineas Banning Senior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Phineas Banning Senior High?
89.9% of students at Phineas Banning 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,437
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 123
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.0%
- Phone
- (310) 847-3700
- 4-Year Graduation
- 91.0%
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #330 of 769
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