Serving 34 students in grades 6-12, Harold Mcalister High (Opportunity) 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 34%). 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 7:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harold Mcalister High (Opportunity) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Harold Mcalister High (Opportunity)'s student population of 34 students has declined by 66% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
34 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
WELCOME TO THE HOME OF THE RESILIENT EMPOWERED SCHOLARS!
School Rankings
Harold Mcalister High (Opportunity) ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harold Mcalister High (Opportunity) is 0.17, 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
#2597 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harold Mcalister High (Opportunity)'s ranking?
Harold Mcalister High (Opportunity) is ranked #2597 out of 9,523 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 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harold Mcalister High (Opportunity)?
The graduation rate of Harold Mcalister High (Opportunity) is 21-39%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Harold Mcalister High (Opportunity)?
34 students attend Harold Mcalister High (Opportunity).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Harold Mcalister High (Opportunity) students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harold Mcalister High (Opportunity)?
Harold Mcalister High (Opportunity) has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Harold Mcalister High (Opportunity) offer ?
Harold Mcalister High (Opportunity) offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Harold Mcalister High (Opportunity) part of?
Harold Mcalister High (Opportunity) is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Harold Mcalister High (Opportunity) located?
Harold Mcalister High (Opportunity) is located in the Westlake neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 40 other public schools located in Westlake.
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