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 356 students in grades 9-12, Contreras Learning Center-school Of Social Justice 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 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Contreras Learning Center-school Of Social Justice's student population of 356 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
White, Black, Teal
School Calendar
School Rankings
Contreras Learning Center-school Of Social Justice ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Contreras Learning Center-school Of Social Justice is 0.06, 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
#8531 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
97%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Contreras Learning Center-school Of Social Justice's ranking?
Contreras Learning Center-school Of Social Justice is ranked #8531 out of 9,602 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 33% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Contreras Learning Center-school Of Social Justice?
The graduation rate of Contreras Learning Center-school Of Social Justice is 70-74%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Contreras Learning Center-school Of Social Justice?
356 students attend Contreras Learning Center-school Of Social Justice.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Contreras Learning Center-school Of Social Justice students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Contreras Learning Center-school Of Social Justice?
Contreras Learning Center-school Of Social Justice has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Contreras Learning Center-school Of Social Justice offer ?
Contreras Learning Center-school Of Social Justice offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Contreras Learning Center-school Of Social Justice part of?
Contreras Learning Center-school Of Social Justice is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Contreras Learning Center-school Of Social Justice located?
Contreras Learning Center-school Of Social Justice is located in the Westlake neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 40 other public schools located in Westlake.
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