Lynwood High School is one of three high schools in Lynwood, California, United States. It is a part of the Lynwood Unified School District.
Serving 1,858 students in grades 9-12, Lynwood 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 12% (which is lower 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 22:1 is higher 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: 1,858 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lynwood High serves a central area in Lynwood, CA, covering approximately 2.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lynwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lynwood High School's student population of 1,858 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,858 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1940
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lynwood 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 Lynwood High School is 0.15, 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
#5845 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
92%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Showing 1995–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
89%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lynwood High School's ranking?
Lynwood High School is ranked #5845 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lynwood High School often compared to?
Lynwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manual Arts Senior High School, El Segundo High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% 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 Lynwood High School?
The graduation rate of Lynwood High School is 89%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Lynwood High School?
1,858 students attend Lynwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Lynwood High School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lynwood High School?
Lynwood High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lynwood High School offer ?
Lynwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lynwood High School part of?
Lynwood High School is part of Lynwood Unified School District.
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