Very Good
#2327 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 24% in state
Santee Education Complex
High School · Los Angeles Unified
1921 South Maple Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90011
Enrollment
1,680
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,680
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,327 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#199 of 563
public schools
In district
#252 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Santee Education Complex
Santee Education Complex is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Santee Education Complex serves approximately 1,680 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Santee Education Complex has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,327 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Santee Education Complex show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Santee Education 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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Santee Education Complex — Students at Santee Education Complex score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.1%
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: 9.6/10.
How Santee Education Complex Compares
See how Santee Education 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
1921 South Maple Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santee Education Complex may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Orthopaedic Hospital (rated 9.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Early College Academy-LA Trade Tech College (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Alliance Dr. Olga Mohan High (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Frida Kahlo High Los Angeles | 0.1 mi | 3.4 |
| San Pedro Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Jardin de la Infancia Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | — |
| Early College Academy-LA Trade Tech College Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Orthopaedic Hospital Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 9.1 |
| Central High Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Tri-C Community Day Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Twenty-Eighth Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Dolores Huerta Elementary Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| John Adams Middle Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Alliance Dr. Olga Mohan High Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| New Designs Charter Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| St. Vincent Elementary School Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | — |
| ST VINCENT SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| STAR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Star Christian Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | — |
| ST TURIBIUS SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| St. Turibius Elementary Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | — |
| Synergy Charter Academy Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Quincy Jones Elementary Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,781
Median Home Value
$575,200
Median Rent
$1,497/mo
Population
102,784
College Educated
6.2%
Homeownership
26.3%
Avg Commute
33.5 min
Poverty Rate
26.6%
Median Age
31
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| Charter Oak High Covina, CA | 7.6 |
| Delano High Delano, CA | 7.6 |
| Hollywood Senior High Los Angeles, CA | 7.6 |
| Monterey High Monterey, CA | 7.6 |
| Murrieta Valley High Murrieta, CA | 7.6 |
| Newbury Park High Newbury Park, CA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santee Education Complex
What grades does Santee Education Complex serve?
Santee Education Complex serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Santee Education Complex?
Santee Education Complex has an enrollment of approximately 1,680 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santee Education Complex?
The student-teacher ratio at Santee Education Complex is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Santee Education Complex rank in CA?
Santee Education Complex ranks #2,327 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Santee Education Complex's MySchoolScout rating?
Santee Education Complex has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Santee Education Complex?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Santee Education Complex has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Santee Education Complex a charter school?
No, Santee Education Complex is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Santee Education Complex a Title I school?
No, Santee Education Complex is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Santee Education Complex?
89.1% of students at Santee Education 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,680
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 86
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.7%
- Phone
- (213) 763-1000
- 4-Year Graduation
- 85.0%
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #252 of 769
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