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#2546 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 27% in state

Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts

School · Los Angeles Unified

822 West 32nd St., Los Angeles, CA 90007

Enrollment

878

Student-Teacher

19.5:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#2,546 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#215 of 563

public schools

In district

#276 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts

7.5/10

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About Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts

Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts is a public school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts serves approximately 878 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,546 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.29 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.3% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-10.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.1 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+17.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
College Readiness6.7Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation13%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism23.9%

Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts — Students at Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

87.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 37.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
35.7% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 50.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
47.1% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 38 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
52%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
48%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
61%
2015
Math
31%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
24.8%
ELA
37.9%
2024
Math
35.1%
ELA
50.1%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts Compares

See how Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
73th percentile in CA
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.6
Sports
2
0 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
88%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
13% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics2sports offered
0 boys'·2 girls'·8 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

822 West 32nd St., Los Angeles, CA 90007

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts may also want to explore other schools in the area. Orthopaedic Hospital (rated 9.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is John Adams Middle (rated 8.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Animo Jackie Robinson High (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Dr. Theodore T. Alexander Jr. Science Center Los Angeles 0.5 mi 7.7
ST VINCENT SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.6 mi 4.7
St. Vincent Elementary School Los Angeles 0.6 mi
Animo Jackie Robinson High Los Angeles 0.6 mi 8.2
William Jefferson Clinton Middle Los Angeles 0.6 mi 8.0
New Designs Charter Los Angeles 0.6 mi 4.9
Star Christian Los Angeles 0.7 mi
STAR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.7 mi 6.4
John Adams Middle Los Angeles 0.6 mi 8.6
John W. Mack Elementary Los Angeles 0.6 mi 5.2
Norwood Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 5.4
Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex Los Angeles 0.8 mi 6.4
Vermont Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 5.2
Leadership & Public Service Virtual Academy Los Angeles 0.7 mi
Orthopaedic Hospital Los Angeles 0.7 mi 9.1
ST AGNES SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.8 mi 6.6
Downtown Value Los Angeles 0.9 mi 4.6
Ednovate - USC Hybrid High College Prep Los Angeles 0.9 mi 7.4
Maple Primary Center Los Angeles 0.9 mi 7.8
Lenicia B. Weemes Elementary Los Angeles 0.9 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90007 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$36,032

Median Home Value

$852,900

Median Rent

$1,480/mo

Population

39,253

College Educated

28.6%

Homeownership

10.4%

Avg Commute

29.6 min

Poverty Rate

38.7%

Median Age

25.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts

What grades does Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts serve?

Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts?

Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts has an enrollment of approximately 878 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts?

The student-teacher ratio at Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts 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 Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts rank in CA?

Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts ranks #2,546 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts's MySchoolScout rating?

Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts a charter school?

No, Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts a Title I school?

No, Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts?

87.5% of students at Thirty-second Street Usc 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
91 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
76 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
100 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
878
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
87.5%
Type
alternative
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.9%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Los Angeles Unified
District Enrollment
419,929
Schools in District
785
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,687
District Rank
#276 of 769

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