Serving 34 students in grades 9-12, Whitney Young Continuation ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitney Young Continuation ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Whitney Young Continuation's student population of 34 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
34 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Whitney Young Continuation ranks within the top 30% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whitney Young Continuation is 0.51, 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
#840 out of 3649 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
38%
56%
Black
59%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Whitney Young Continuation's ranking?
Whitney Young Continuation is ranked #840 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Whitney Young Continuation?
The graduation rate of Whitney Young Continuation is 20%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Whitney Young Continuation?
34 students attend Whitney Young Continuation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Whitney Young Continuation students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whitney Young Continuation?
Whitney Young Continuation has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Whitney Young Continuation offer ?
Whitney Young Continuation offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Whitney Young Continuation part of?
Whitney Young Continuation is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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