Serving 975 students in grades 9-12, Port Of Los Angeles High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 975 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Port Of Los Angeles High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Port Of Los Angeles High School's student population of 975 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
975 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Port Of Los Angeles High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Port Of Los Angeles High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1303 out of 3649 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
85%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
5%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Port Of Los Angeles High School's ranking?
Port Of Los Angeles High School is ranked #1303 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Port Of Los Angeles High School?
The graduation rate of Port Of Los Angeles High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Port Of Los Angeles High School?
975 students attend Port Of Los Angeles High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Port Of Los Angeles High School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Port Of Los Angeles High School?
Port Of Los Angeles High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Port Of Los Angeles High School offer ?
Port Of Los Angeles High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Port Of Los Angeles High School part of?
Port Of Los Angeles High School is part of Port Of Los Angeles High School District.
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