Serving 710 students in grades 6-12, Rancho Dominguez Preparatory ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rancho Dominguez Preparatory's student population of 710 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
710 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rancho Dominguez Preparatory ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rancho Dominguez Preparatory is 0.45, 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
#2529 out of 3649 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
72%
56%
Black
17%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Rancho Dominguez Preparatory's ranking?
Rancho Dominguez Preparatory is ranked #2529 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rancho Dominguez Preparatory often compared to?
Rancho Dominguez Preparatoryis often viewed alongside schools like Academies Of Education And Empowerment At Carson High School, Carson Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rancho Dominguez Preparatory?
The graduation rate of Rancho Dominguez Preparatory is 85-89%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Rancho Dominguez Preparatory?
710 students attend Rancho Dominguez Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Rancho Dominguez Preparatory students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rancho Dominguez Preparatory?
Rancho Dominguez Preparatory has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rancho Dominguez Preparatory offer ?
Rancho Dominguez Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Rancho Dominguez Preparatory part of?
Rancho Dominguez Preparatory is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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