Phoenix 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 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
62 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤20%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤20%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
1%
Asian
(21-22)n/a
12%
Hispanic
(21-22)79%
56%
Black
(21-22)13%
5%
White
(21-22)6%
21%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)2%
5%
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
95%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Phoenix Continuation?
The graduation rate of Phoenix Continuation is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Phoenix Continuation?
62 students attend Phoenix Continuation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Phoenix Continuation students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Phoenix Continuation offer ?
Phoenix Continuation offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Phoenix Continuation part of?
Phoenix Continuation is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Phoenix Continuation located?
Phoenix Continuation is located in the Mar Vista neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Mar Vista.
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