Serving 484 students in grades 9-12, University Preparatory Value High School 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 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Preparatory Value High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
University Preparatory Value High School's student population of 484 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
484 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
University Preparatory Value High School 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 Preparatory Value High School is 0.08, 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
#4973 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Value High School's ranking?
University Preparatory Value High School is ranked #4973 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of University Preparatory Value High School?
The graduation rate of University Preparatory Value High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend University Preparatory Value High School?
484 students attend University Preparatory Value High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of University Preparatory Value High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University Preparatory Value High School?
University Preparatory Value High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does University Preparatory Value High School offer ?
University Preparatory Value High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is University Preparatory Value High School part of?
University Preparatory Value High School is part of University Preparatory Value High School District.
In what neighborhood is University Preparatory Value High School located?
University Preparatory Value High School is located in the Pico Union neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 10 other public schools located in Pico Union.
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Date
First Day of School (Events)
August 04, 2025 (Monday)
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