Serving 1,088 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 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,088 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: 62%
- Reading Proficiency: 85%
- 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
University Preparatory's student population of 1,088 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
1,088 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)62%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)85%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
10%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are University Preparatory often compared to?
University Preparatoryis often viewed alongside schools like Cobalt Institute Of Math And Science Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% 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 84%.
How many students attend University Preparatory?
1,088 students attend University Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of University Preparatory students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 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 27:1, 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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