Orthopaedic Hospital Medical Magnet High School is an alternate magnet high school located in the Historic South Central neighborhood in Los Angeles, California. The school is located near the Los Angeles Orthopedic Hospital on the property donated by the hospital. The school houses approximately 800 students.
Serving 679 students in grades 9-12, Orthopaedic Hospital ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 679 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orthopaedic Hospital ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Orthopaedic Hospital's student population of 679 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
679 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2004
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Orthopaedic Hospital ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orthopaedic Hospital is 0.14, 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
#2484 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
93%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viper
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orthopaedic Hospital's ranking?
Orthopaedic Hospital is ranked #2484 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Orthopaedic Hospital often compared to?
Orthopaedic Hospitalis often viewed alongside schools like Francisco Bravo Medical Magnet High School, Los Angeles Center For Enriched Studies by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Orthopaedic Hospital?
The graduation rate of Orthopaedic Hospital is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Orthopaedic Hospital?
679 students attend Orthopaedic Hospital.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Orthopaedic Hospital students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orthopaedic Hospital?
Orthopaedic Hospital has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Orthopaedic Hospital offer ?
Orthopaedic Hospital offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Orthopaedic Hospital part of?
Orthopaedic Hospital is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Orthopaedic Hospital located?
Orthopaedic Hospital 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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