Very Good
#2770 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 29% in state
Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts
High School · Los Angeles Unified
450 North Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Enrollment
1,139
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,139
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,770 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#233 of 563
public schools
In district
#309 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts
Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Ramon C.
Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts serves approximately 1,139 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,770 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing 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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Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts — Students at Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.1%
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: 6.1/10.
How Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts Compares
See how Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing 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
450 North Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Downtown Business High (rated 9.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ednovate - Brio College Prep (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Edward R. Roybal Learning Center (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90012 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,635
Median Home Value
$686,400
Median Rent
$2,116/mo
Population
37,463
College Educated
39.5%
Homeownership
8.2%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
22.7%
Median Age
36.1
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| Benicia High Benicia, CA | 7.4 |
| Beverly Hills High Beverly Hills, CA | 7.4 |
| Carson Senior High Carson, CA | 7.4 |
| Erma Duncan Polytechnical High Fresno, CA | 7.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts
What grades does Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts serve?
Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts?
Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts has an enrollment of approximately 1,139 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts?
The student-teacher ratio at Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts rank in CA?
Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts ranks #2,770 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts's MySchoolScout rating?
Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts a charter school?
No, Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts a Title I school?
No, Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts?
64.1% of students at Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing 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
- 1,139
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 66
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.8%
- Phone
- (213) 217-8600
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95.0%
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #309 of 769
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