Serving 56 students in grades 9-12, Youth Opportunities Unlimited 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 <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 56 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Youth Opportunities Unlimited ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Youth Opportunities Unlimited's student population of 56 students has declined by 77% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 62% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
56 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
2012
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Welcome to YOUAHS, an alternative school setting that gears towards credit recovery.
School Rankings
Youth Opportunities Unlimited 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 Youth Opportunities Unlimited 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
#4999 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
28%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Youth Opportunities Unlimited's ranking?
Youth Opportunities Unlimited is ranked #4999 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 <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Youth Opportunities Unlimited?
The graduation rate of Youth Opportunities Unlimited is 50-59%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Youth Opportunities Unlimited?
56 students attend Youth Opportunities Unlimited.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Youth Opportunities Unlimited students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Youth Opportunities Unlimited?
Youth Opportunities Unlimited has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Youth Opportunities Unlimited offer ?
Youth Opportunities Unlimited offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Youth Opportunities Unlimited part of?
Youth Opportunities Unlimited is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Youth Opportunities Unlimited located?
Youth Opportunities Unlimited 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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