Miguel Contreras Learning Complex is a high school in the Westlake neighborhood of Los Angeles, California, United States. The school, which serves grades 9 through 12, is a part of the Los Angeles Unified School District.
Serving 392 students in grades 9-12, Contreras Learning Center-academic Leadership Community 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 6-9% (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 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 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 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Contreras Learning Center-Academic Leadership Community serves the eastern part of Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 9.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Contreras Learning Center-academic Leadership Community's student population of 392 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
392 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
White, Black, Teal
School Calendar
School Motto
Student-Centered. Teacher-Powered. College-Ready.
School Rankings
Contreras Learning Center-academic Leadership Community ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Contreras Learning Center-academic Leadership Community is 0.13, 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
#7106 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
93%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cobra
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Contreras Learning Center-academic Leadership Community's ranking?
Contreras Learning Center-academic Leadership Community is ranked #7106 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% 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 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Contreras Learning Center-academic Leadership Community?
The graduation rate of Contreras Learning Center-academic Leadership Community is 85-89%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Contreras Learning Center-academic Leadership Community?
392 students attend Contreras Learning Center-academic Leadership Community.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Contreras Learning Center-academic Leadership Community students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Contreras Learning Center-academic Leadership Community?
Contreras Learning Center-academic Leadership Community has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Contreras Learning Center-academic Leadership Community offer ?
Contreras Learning Center-academic Leadership Community offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Contreras Learning Center-academic Leadership Community part of?
Contreras Learning Center-academic Leadership Community is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Contreras Learning Center-academic Leadership Community located?
Contreras Learning Center-academic Leadership Community is located in the Westlake neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 40 other public schools located in Westlake.
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