Serving 942 students in grades 9-12, West Adams Preparatory 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 9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 942 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Adams Preparatory High serves the eastern part of its school district in Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 3 square miles. Most students live within a short 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Adams Preparatory High School's student population of 942 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
942 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Adams Preparatory High School 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 West Adams Preparatory High School is 0.13, 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
#8206 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
93%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
81%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Blue, Grey, Sky Blue
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Adams Preparatory High School's ranking?
West Adams Preparatory High School is ranked #8206 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are West Adams Preparatory High School often compared to?
West Adams Preparatory High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Los Angeles Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Adams Preparatory High School?
The graduation rate of West Adams Preparatory High School is 81%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend West Adams Preparatory High School?
942 students attend West Adams Preparatory High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of West Adams Preparatory High School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Adams Preparatory High School?
West Adams Preparatory High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does West Adams Preparatory High School offer ?
West Adams Preparatory High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Adams Preparatory High School part of?
West Adams Preparatory High School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is West Adams Preparatory High School located?
West Adams Preparatory 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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