Serving 456 students in grades 6-8, Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet 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 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Orville Wright Engineering and Design Magnet serves the southern part of Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 13.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with most residents living about 2.6 miles from the zone's edge and the furthest edge located 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet's student population of 456 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
456 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We are 'Ready For The World'
School Rankings
Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet 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 Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet is 0.55, 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
#6306 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
61%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet's ranking?
Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet is ranked #6306 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet often compared to?
Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnetis often viewed alongside schools like Palms Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet?
456 students attend Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet?
Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet offer ?
Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet part of?
Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet located?
Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet is located in the Westchester neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Westchester.
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