Serving 45 students in grades 9-12, Whitman Continuation 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitman Continuation ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Whitman Continuation's student population of 45 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
45 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Whitman Continuation 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 Whitman Continuation is 0.44, 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
#7855 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
73%
56%
Black
18%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitman Continuation's ranking?
Whitman Continuation is ranked #7855 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Whitman Continuation?
The graduation rate of Whitman Continuation is 70-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Whitman Continuation?
45 students attend Whitman Continuation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Whitman Continuation students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whitman Continuation?
Whitman Continuation has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Whitman Continuation offer ?
Whitman Continuation offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Whitman Continuation part of?
Whitman Continuation is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Whitman Continuation located?
Whitman Continuation is located in the Fairfax neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Fairfax.
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