Serving 589 students in grades 9-12, Wesm Health/sports Medicine 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 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: WESM Health/Sports Medicine serves the southern part of its school district in Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 13.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 3.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wesm Health/sports Medicine ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wesm Health/sports Medicine's student population of 589 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
589 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of Scholars and Champions
School Rankings
Wesm Health/sports Medicine ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wesm Health/sports Medicine is 0.41, 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
#7106 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
75%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wesm Health/sports Medicine's ranking?
Wesm Health/sports Medicine is ranked #7106 out of 9,523 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wesm Health/sports Medicine?
The graduation rate of Wesm Health/sports Medicine is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Wesm Health/sports Medicine?
589 students attend Wesm Health/sports Medicine.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Wesm Health/sports Medicine students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wesm Health/sports Medicine?
Wesm Health/sports Medicine has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Wesm Health/sports Medicine offer ?
Wesm Health/sports Medicine offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wesm Health/sports Medicine part of?
Wesm Health/sports Medicine is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Wesm Health/sports Medicine located?
Wesm Health/sports Medicine is located in the Westchester neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Westchester.
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