Serving 34 students in grades 9-12, Ellington (Duke) High (continuation School) ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 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: 9:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ellington (Duke) High (continuation School) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ellington (Duke) High (continuation School)'s student population of 34 students has declined by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
34 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ellington (Duke) High (continuation School) ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ellington (Duke) High (continuation School) is 0.50, 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
#2611 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
47%
56%
Black
53%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ellington (Duke) High (continuation School)'s ranking?
Ellington (Duke) High (continuation School) is ranked #2611 out of 9,602 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 33% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ellington (Duke) High (continuation School)?
The graduation rate of Ellington (Duke) High (continuation School) is 60-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Ellington (Duke) High (continuation School)?
34 students attend Ellington (Duke) High (continuation School).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Ellington (Duke) High (continuation School) students are Black, and 47% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ellington (Duke) High (continuation School)?
Ellington (Duke) High (continuation School) has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ellington (Duke) High (continuation School) offer ?
Ellington (Duke) High (continuation School) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ellington (Duke) High (continuation School) part of?
Ellington (Duke) High (continuation School) is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Ellington (Duke) High (continuation School) located?
Ellington (Duke) High (continuation School) is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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