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#3554 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 37% 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
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
878
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Los Angeles
#356 of 563
public schools
California schools
#76 of 475
In district
#523 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.0 / 10
Exceptional
About Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts
Thirty-Second Street USC Performing Arts serves 878 students from kindergarten through 12th grade as an alternative school in Los Angeles. With 45 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19.5:1, providing a more intimate learning environment than many larger institutions. The school demonstrates solid academic performance with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks in the 74th percentile statewide at #2511 out of 9566 California schools.
Students show stronger performance in English Language Arts, with 50% achieving proficiency or above across grade levels, while mathematics presents opportunities for growth with 35% of students meeting proficiency standards. As an alternative school with a performing arts focus, Thirty-Second Street USC likely offers specialized programming that serves students who benefit from non-traditional educational approaches. The school's unique positioning allows it to cater to diverse learning styles and interests within the performing arts realm.
The school is situated in the 90007 ZIP code area, a diverse urban neighborhood where the median household income is $36,326 and 27% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. Despite economic challenges in the community, with a poverty rate of 37.4%, the school serves as an important educational resource in this densely populated area of Los Angeles.
Score Breakdown
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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%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 20 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: 7.7/10.
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.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 38% (2019) to 35.31% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 49% (2019) to 49.9% (2024).
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. John Adams Middle (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Vermont Avenue Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dr. Theodore T. Alexander Jr. Science Center (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts has a median household income of $36,032. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $852,900, with a median rent of $1,480/month. The area has a poverty rate of 38.7%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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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 is ranked #3554 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts's MySchoolScout rating?
Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts has a composite rating of 6.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts has 35.1% math proficiency and 51.2% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- City Safety
- High (2,223/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Los Angeles). Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (213) 748-0126
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #523 of 769
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