Serving 1,141 students in grades 7-12, University Preparatory ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,141 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
University Preparatory's student population of 1,141 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
1,141 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
University Preparatory ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University Preparatory is 0.49, 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
#841 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)53%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
11%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Preparatory's ranking?
University Preparatory is ranked #841 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are University Preparatory often compared to?
University Preparatoryis often viewed alongside schools like Cobalt Institute Of Math And Science by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of University Preparatory?
The graduation rate of University Preparatory is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend University Preparatory?
1,141 students attend University Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of University Preparatory students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University Preparatory?
University Preparatory has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does University Preparatory offer ?
University Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is University Preparatory part of?
University Preparatory is part of Victor Valley Union High School District.
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