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Los Angeles Unified School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
For the 2026-27 school year, there are 194 public high schools serving 132,829 students in Los Angeles Unified School District. This district's average high testing ranking is 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of public high schools in California.
Public High Schools in Los Angeles Unified School District have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 51% statewide average).
Public High School in Los Angeles Unified School District have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Sherman Oaks Center For Enriched Studies, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Overview
This School District
This State (CA)
# Schools
784 Schools
2,790 Schools
# Students
406,717 Students
2,122,151 Students
# Teachers
21,268 Teachers
101,015 Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
19:1
Student By Grade
District Rank
Los Angeles Unified School District, which is ranked #924 of all 1,903 school districts in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2022-2023 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 84% has increased from 77% over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#900 out of 1932 school districts
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
29%
Graduation Rate
84%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(2022-23)34.7%
27.7%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.46
0.63
Showing 2014–2023. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
% American Indian
n/a
1%
% Asian
5%
12%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
% Hispanic
73%
56%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
7%
5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
% White
10%
21%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $36,323 is higher than the state median of $26,022. The school district revenue/student has grown by 26% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $28,258 is higher than the state median of $22,604. The school district spending/student has grown by 8% over four school years.
Total Revenue
$14,773 MM
$150,628 MM
Showing 2014–2023. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Spending
$11,493 MM
$130,845 MM
Showing 2014–2023. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Revenue / Student
$36,323
$26,022
Showing 2014–2023. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Spending / Student
$28,258
$22,604
Showing 2014–2023. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Best Los Angeles Unified School District Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Science Academy Stem Magnet
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 95% | Reading: 96%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
5525 Vineland Ave.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 753-4470
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 753-4470
Gr: 6-12 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Dr. Richard A. Vladovic Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1111 Figueroa Pl.
Wilmington, CA 90744
(310) 834-3932
Wilmington, CA 90744
(310) 834-3932
Gr: 9-12 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Girls Academic Leadership Academy Dr. Michelle King School Stem
(Math: 63% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2328 Saint James Pl.
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(323) 900-4533
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(323) 900-4533
Gr: 6-12 | 720 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #44.
Francisco Bravo Medical Magnet High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1200 North Cornwell St.
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 227-4400
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 227-4400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,497 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Downtown Business High School
Alternative School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1200 West Colton St.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 481-0371
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 481-0371
Gr: 9-12 | 819 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Middle College High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1600 Imperial Hwy Bldg. 16
Los Angeles, CA 90047
(323) 418-4700
Los Angeles, CA 90047
(323) 418-4700
Gr: 9-12 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Sherman Oaks Center For Enriched Studies
Alternative School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
18605 Erwin St.
Reseda, CA 91335
(818) 758-5600
Reseda, CA 91335
(818) 758-5600
Gr: 4-12 | 1,712 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #88.
Boyle Heights Hilda Solis High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
319 North Humphreys Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90022
(323) 729-1700
Los Angeles, CA 90022
(323) 729-1700
Gr: 9-12 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Los Angeles Center For Enriched Studies
Alternative School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5931 West 18th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90035
(323) 549-5900
Los Angeles, CA 90035
(323) 549-5900
Gr: 6-12 | 1,357 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #1010.
Taft Charter High School
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5461 Winnetka Ave.
Woodland Hills, CA 91364
(818) 227-3600
Woodland Hills, CA 91364
(818) 227-3600
Gr: 9-12 | 2,221 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #1111.
Orthopaedic Hospital
Alternative School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
300 West 23rd St.
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213) 765-2088
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213) 765-2088
Gr: 9-12 | 653 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1212.
Eagle Rock High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1750 Yosemite Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90041
(323) 340-3500
Los Angeles, CA 90041
(323) 340-3500
Gr: 7-12 | 2,031 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #1313.
North Hollywood Senior High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5231 Colfax Ave.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 753-6200
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 753-6200
Gr: 9-12 | 2,444 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #1414.
Math Science & Technology Magnet Academy At Roosevelt High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2530 East 4th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 780-6500
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 780-6500
Gr: 9-12 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1515.
John Marshall Senior High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3939 Tracy St.
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 671-1400
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 671-1400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,842 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #1616.
Abraham Lincoln Senior High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3501 North Broadway
Los Angeles, CA 90031
(323) 441-4600
Los Angeles, CA 90031
(323) 441-4600
Gr: 9-12 | 913 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1717.
Ramona Opportunity High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
231 South Alma Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90063
(323) 266-7600
Los Angeles, CA 90063
(323) 266-7600
Gr: 7-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #18 - 2418. - 24.
Aggeler Community Day
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
21050 Plummer St.
Chatsworth, CA 91311
(818) 341-1232
Chatsworth, CA 91311
(818) 341-1232
Gr: 7-12 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: #18 - 2418. - 24.
Charles Leroy Lowman Special Educational And Career Transition Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12827 Saticoy St.
North Hollywood, CA 91605
(818) 765-3404
North Hollywood, CA 91605
(818) 765-3404
Gr: K-12 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #18 - 2418. - 24.
Harold Mcalister High (Opportunity)
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1321 Cortez St.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 250-2015
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 250-2015
Gr: 6-12 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #18 - 2418. - 24.
Jack London Community Day
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12924-a Oxnard St.
Van Nuys, CA 91401
(818) 756-2795
Van Nuys, CA 91401
(818) 756-2795
Gr: 7-12 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #18 - 2418. - 24.
Mt. Lukens Continuation
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7705 Summitrose St.
Tujunga, CA 91042
(818) 352-4039
Tujunga, CA 91042
(818) 352-4039
Gr: 9-12 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #18 - 2418. - 24.
Thomas Riley High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1524 East 103rd St.
Los Angeles, CA 90002
(323) 563-6692
Los Angeles, CA 90002
(323) 563-6692
Gr: 7-12 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: #18 - 2418. - 24.
View Park Continuation
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4701 Rodeo Rd.
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 292-0331
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 292-0331
Gr: 9-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Rank: #2525.
King/drew Medical Magnet High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1601 East 120th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90059
(323) 566-0420
Los Angeles, CA 90059
(323) 566-0420
Gr: 9-12 | 1,381 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #2626.
Early College Academy-la Trade Tech College
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 West Washington Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 763-3685
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 763-3685
Gr: 9-12 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #2727.
Grover Cleveland Charter High School
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8140 Vanalden Ave.
Reseda, CA 91335
(818) 885-2300
Reseda, CA 91335
(818) 885-2300
Gr: 9-12 | 2,719 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #2828.
James J. Mcbride Special Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3960 Centinela Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90066
(310) 391-0568
Los Angeles, CA 90066
(310) 391-0568
Gr: 6-12 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #2929.
Linda Esperanza Marquez High A Hntngtn Park Inst Of Appl Med
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6361 Cottage St.
Huntington Park, CA 90255
(323) 584-3800
Huntington Park, CA 90255
(323) 584-3800
Gr: 9-12 | 729 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #3030.
Venice Senior High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
13000 Venice Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90066
(310) 577-4200
Los Angeles, CA 90066
(310) 577-4200
Gr: 9-12 | 2,293 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #3131.
Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6701 Balboa Blvd.
Van Nuys, CA 91406
(818) 342-6133
Van Nuys, CA 91406
(818) 342-6133
Gr: K-12 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #32 - 3432. - 34.
Alfonso B. Perez Special Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4540 Michigan Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90022
(323) 269-0681
Los Angeles, CA 90022
(323) 269-0681
Gr: 9-12 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #32 - 3432. - 34.
Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10601 South Grandee Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90002
(323) 568-8400
Los Angeles, CA 90002
(323) 568-8400
Gr: 9-12 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #32 - 3432. - 34.
Ernest P. Willenberg Special Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
308 Weymouth Ave.
San Pedro, CA 90732
(310) 548-1371
San Pedro, CA 90732
(310) 548-1371
Gr: 12 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #3535.
Van Nuys Senior High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6535 Cedros Ave.
Van Nuys, CA 91411
(818) 778-6800
Van Nuys, CA 91411
(818) 778-6800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,969 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
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