Serving 25 students in grades 9-12, Whitney Young Continuation ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher 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 13:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitney Young Continuation ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Whitney Young Continuation's student population of 25 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
25 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Stepping Over Adversity
School Rankings
Whitney Young 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 Whitney Young Continuation is 0.58, 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
#5359 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
44%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
48%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≤20%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2011–2024. Full 19-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 Whitney Young Continuation's ranking?
Whitney Young Continuation is ranked #5359 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?
<50% 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 Whitney Young Continuation?
The graduation rate of Whitney Young Continuation is 20%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Whitney Young Continuation?
25 students attend Whitney Young Continuation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Whitney Young Continuation students are Black, 44% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whitney Young Continuation?
Whitney Young Continuation has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Whitney Young Continuation offer ?
Whitney Young Continuation offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Whitney Young Continuation part of?
Whitney Young Continuation is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Whitney Young Continuation located?
Whitney Young Continuation is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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