Venice High School is a public school located in the Westside area of Los Angeles, California and within the Local District West area of the Los Angeles Unified School District.
Serving 2,223 students in grades 9-12, Venice Senior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,223 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Venice Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Venice Senior High School's student population of 2,223 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
Year Founded
1911
Colors
Blue White
School Rankings
Venice Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Venice Senior High School is 0.64, which is more 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
#3149 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
56%
56%
Black
12%
5%
White
18%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gondo
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Venice Senior High School's ranking?
Venice Senior High School is ranked #3149 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Venice Senior High School often compared to?
Venice Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palisades Charter High School, University High School Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Venice Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Venice Senior High School is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Venice Senior High School?
2,223 students attend Venice Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Venice Senior High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Venice Senior High School?
Venice Senior High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Venice Senior High School offer ?
Venice Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Venice Senior High School part of?
Venice Senior High School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Venice Senior High School located?
Venice Senior High School 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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