Serving 738 students in grades 9-12, George Washington Preparatory 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 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 Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 738 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: George Washington Preparatory High serves the southeast part of Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 7.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone edge being about 1.7 miles and the furthest edge located 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
George Washington Preparatory High School's student population of 738 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
738 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1926
School Calendar
School Rankings
George Washington Preparatory 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 George Washington Preparatory High School is 0.52, 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
#9251 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
60%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
79%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)68.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Red
School Mascot
Generals
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Washington Preparatory High School's ranking?
George Washington Preparatory High School is ranked #9251 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are George Washington Preparatory High School often compared to?
George Washington Preparatory High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like El Segundo 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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of George Washington Preparatory High School?
The graduation rate of George Washington Preparatory High School is 79%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend George Washington Preparatory High School?
738 students attend George Washington Preparatory High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of George Washington Preparatory High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Washington Preparatory High School?
George Washington Preparatory High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does George Washington Preparatory High School offer ?
George Washington Preparatory High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is George Washington Preparatory High School part of?
George Washington Preparatory High School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is George Washington Preparatory High School located?
George Washington Preparatory High 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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