Excellent
#304 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 3% in state
Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5
High School · Los Angeles Unified
4211 Dozier St., Los Angeles, CA 90063
Enrollment
147
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
9.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
147
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
9.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#304 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#36 of 563
public schools
In district
#45 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Boyle Heights Sci Tech Engr and Math Magnet
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About Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5
Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5 is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E.
Torres High #5 serves approximately 147 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #304 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5 show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 147 students, Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5 is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
33% of students at Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5 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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Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5 — Students at Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5 score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.9%
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
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5 Compares
See how Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5 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
4211 Dozier St., Los Angeles, CA 90063
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5 may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Ednovate - Esperanza College Prep (rated 8.7/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby East Los Angeles), with a comparable rating. Another option is Alliance Morgan McKinzie High (rated 8.5/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Esteban Torres East LA Performing Arts Magnet (rated 7.7/10), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,725
Median Home Value
$619,100
Median Rent
$1,489/mo
Population
50,536
College Educated
12.8%
Homeownership
38.1%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Median Age
34
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- CompareSoc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5 vs Eagle Rock HighLos Angeles, CA Peer score 8.9/10 -0.1 vs Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5
What grades does Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5 serve?
Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5 serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5?
Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5 has an enrollment of approximately 147 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5?
The student-teacher ratio at Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5 is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5 rank in CA?
Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5 ranks #304 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5's MySchoolScout rating?
Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5 has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
Is Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5 a charter school?
No, Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5 a Title I school?
No, Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5?
95.9% of students at Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5 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
- 147
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.9%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.3%
- Phone
- (323) 265-6865
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #45 of 769
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