Serving 62 students in grades 9-12, Metropolitan Continuation 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 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)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 62 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Metropolitan Continuation serves the eastern part of Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone reaching about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Metropolitan Continuation ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Metropolitan Continuation's student population of 62 students has grown by 63% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
62 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Metropolitan Continuation 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 Metropolitan Continuation is 0.06, 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
#7855 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
97%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Showing 1994–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
60-69%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2010–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Pumas
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metropolitan Continuation's ranking?
Metropolitan Continuation is ranked #7855 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Metropolitan Continuation?
The graduation rate of Metropolitan Continuation is 60-69%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Metropolitan Continuation?
62 students attend Metropolitan Continuation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Metropolitan Continuation students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Metropolitan Continuation?
Metropolitan Continuation has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Metropolitan Continuation offer ?
Metropolitan Continuation offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Metropolitan Continuation part of?
Metropolitan Continuation is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Metropolitan Continuation located?
Metropolitan Continuation is located in the Downtown Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in Downtown Los Angeles.
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