Serving 309 students in grades 9-12, University Pathways Public Service Academy 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to 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 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Pathways Public Service Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
University Pathways Public Service Academy's student population of 309 students has grown by 173% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 114% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
University Pathways Public Service Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University Pathways Public Service Academy is 0.40, 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
#8980 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
74%
56%
Black
23%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Pathways Public Service Academy's ranking?
University Pathways Public Service Academy is ranked #8980 out of 9,602 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of University Pathways Public Service Academy?
The graduation rate of University Pathways Public Service Academy is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend University Pathways Public Service Academy?
309 students attend University Pathways Public Service Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of University Pathways Public Service Academy students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University Pathways Public Service Academy?
University Pathways Public Service Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does University Pathways Public Service Academy offer ?
University Pathways Public Service Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is University Pathways Public Service Academy part of?
University Pathways Public Service Academy is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is University Pathways Public Service Academy located?
University Pathways Public Service Academy 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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