Serving 1,582 students in grades 9-12, Manuel Dominguez 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 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,582 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dominguez High serves the eastern part of Compton, CA, covering an area of approximately 4.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manuel Dominguez High School's student population of 1,582 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,582 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1957
School Rankings
Manuel Dominguez High School 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 Manuel Dominguez High School is 0.22, 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
#7199 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
88%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
94%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Red, Gold
School Mascot
Dons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manuel Dominguez High School's ranking?
Manuel Dominguez High School is ranked #7199 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Manuel Dominguez High School often compared to?
Manuel Dominguez High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manuel Dominguez High School?
The graduation rate of Manuel Dominguez High School is 94%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Manuel Dominguez High School?
1,582 students attend Manuel Dominguez High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Manuel Dominguez High School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manuel Dominguez High School?
Manuel Dominguez High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Manuel Dominguez High School offer ?
Manuel Dominguez High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Manuel Dominguez High School part of?
Manuel Dominguez High School is part of Compton Unified School District.
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