Serving 1,290 students in grades 9-12, Compton High School 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 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,290 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: 17%
- Reading Proficiency: 35%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Compton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Compton High School's student population of 1,290 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Compton High School is 0.30, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)17%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
82%
56%
Black
17%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Compton High School?
The graduation rate of Compton High School is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Compton High School?
1,290 students attend Compton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Compton High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Compton High School?
Compton High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Compton High School offer ?
Compton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Compton High School part of?
Compton High School is part of Compton Unified School District.
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