Serving 243 students in grades 9-12, Esteban Torres East La Performing Arts Magnet 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). 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 11:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The E. Los Angeles Performing Arts Academy at Esteban E. Torres serves the eastern part of Los Angeles, covering an attendance zone of approximately 6.6 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Esteban Torres East La Performing Arts Magnet's student population of 243 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
243 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Motto
Achieve Your Dreams!
School Rankings
Esteban Torres East La Performing Arts Magnet 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 Esteban Torres East La Performing Arts Magnet is 0.10, 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
#8636 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
95%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Esteban Torres East La Performing Arts Magnet's ranking?
Esteban Torres East La Performing Arts Magnet is ranked #8636 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Esteban Torres East La Performing Arts Magnet often compared to?
Esteban Torres East La Performing Arts Magnetis often viewed alongside schools like Alliance Morgan Mckinzie High School, James A. Garfield Senior High School, El Rancho High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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 Esteban Torres East La Performing Arts Magnet?
The graduation rate of Esteban Torres East La Performing Arts Magnet is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Esteban Torres East La Performing Arts Magnet?
243 students attend Esteban Torres East La Performing Arts Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Esteban Torres East La Performing Arts Magnet students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Esteban Torres East La Performing Arts Magnet?
Esteban Torres East La Performing Arts Magnet has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Esteban Torres East La Performing Arts Magnet offer ?
Esteban Torres East La Performing Arts Magnet offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Esteban Torres East La Performing Arts Magnet part of?
Esteban Torres East La Performing Arts Magnet is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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