For the 2025-26 school year, there are 168 public high schools serving 97,779 students in Los Angeles, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in Los Angeles, CA are Renaissance Arts Academy, Girls Academic Leadership Academy Dr. Michelle King Sch Stem and Francisco Bravo Medical Magnet High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Los Angeles, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Los Angeles have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Los Angeles, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Francisco Bravo Medical Magnet High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Los Angeles, CA (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Renaissance Arts Academy
Charter School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2558 North San Fernando Rd.
Los Angeles, CA 90065
(323) 259-5700
Los Angeles, CA 90065
(323) 259-5700
Gr: K-12 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #22.
Girls Academic Leadership Academy Dr. Michelle King Sch Stem
(Math: 63% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1067 West Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90019
(323) 900-4533
Los Angeles, CA 90019
(323) 900-4533
Gr: 6-12 | 732 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #33.
Francisco Bravo Medical Magnet High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1200 North Cornwell St.
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 227-4400
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 227-4400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,562 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Larchmont Charter
Charter School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1265 North Fairfax Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90004
(323) 656-6418
Los Angeles, CA 90004
(323) 656-6418
Gr: K-12 | 1,631 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #55.
Downtown Business High School
Alternative School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1200 West Colton St.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 481-0371
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 481-0371
Gr: 9-12 | 857 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Middle College High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1600 Imperial Hwy Bldg. 16
Los Angeles, CA 90047
(323) 418-4700
Los Angeles, CA 90047
(323) 418-4700
Gr: 9-12 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Boyle Heights Sci Tech Engr And Math Magnet
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2550 East 6th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90023
(323) 268-1031
Los Angeles, CA 90023
(323) 268-1031
Gr: 9-12 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Los Angeles Center For Enriched Studies
Alternative School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5931 West 18th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90035
(323) 549-5900
Los Angeles, CA 90035
(323) 549-5900
Gr: 6-12 | 1,387 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #99.
Rise Kohyang High School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
600 South Lafayette Park Pl.,
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(323) 284-2553
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(323) 284-2553
Gr: 9-12 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
New West Charter
Charter School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1905 Armacost Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90025
(310) 943-5444
Los Angeles, CA 90025
(310) 943-5444
Gr: 6-12 | 998 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #1111.
Orthopaedic Hospital
Alternative School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
300 West 23rd St.
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213) 765-2088
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213) 765-2088
Gr: 9-12 | 679 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1212.
Eagle Rock High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1750 Yosemite Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90041
(323) 340-3500
Los Angeles, CA 90041
(323) 340-3500
Gr: 7-12 | 2,059 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #1313.
Alliance Judy Ivie Burton Technology Academy High School
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10101 South Broadway
Los Angeles, CA 90003
(323) 920-6125
Los Angeles, CA 90003
(323) 920-6125
Gr: 9-12 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
Rank: #14 - 1514. - 15.
Alliance Marc & Eva Stern Math And Science
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5151 State University Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90032
(323) 987-2144
Los Angeles, CA 90032
(323) 987-2144
Gr: 9-12 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #14 - 1514. - 15.
L.a. County High School For The Arts
Alternative School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5151 State University Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90032
(323) 343-2550
Los Angeles, CA 90032
(323) 343-2550
Gr: 9-12 | 551 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #16 - 1716. - 17.
Alliance Leichtman-levine Fam Foundation Env Sci High School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2930 Fletcher Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90065
(323) 739-0560
Los Angeles, CA 90065
(323) 739-0560
Gr: 9-12 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #16 - 1716. - 17.
Math Science & Technology Magnet Academy At Roosevelt High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
456 South Mathews St.
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 780-6500
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 780-6500
Gr: 9-12 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1818.
John Marshall Senior High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3939 Tracy St.
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 671-1400
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 671-1400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,903 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #1919.
Abraham Lincoln Senior High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3501 North Broadway
Los Angeles, CA 90031
(323) 441-4600
Los Angeles, CA 90031
(323) 441-4600
Gr: 9-12 | 942 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #2020.
Ramona Opportunity High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
231 South Alma Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90063
(323) 266-7600
Los Angeles, CA 90063
(323) 266-7600
Gr: 7-12 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: #21 - 2521. - 25.
Harold Mcalister High (Opportunity)
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
611 South Carondelet St.
Los Angeles, CA 90057
(213) 381-2823
Los Angeles, CA 90057
(213) 381-2823
Gr: 6-12 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #21 - 2521. - 25.
Los Angeles College Prep Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
625 Coleman Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90042
(323) 257-1499
Los Angeles, CA 90042
(323) 257-1499
Gr: 9-12 | 41 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Rank: #21 - 2521. - 25.
Matrix For Success Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1010 East 34th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 897-5971
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 897-5971
Gr: 9-12 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #21 - 2521. - 25.
Thomas Riley High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1524 East 103rd St.
Los Angeles, CA 90002
(323) 563-6692
Los Angeles, CA 90002
(323) 563-6692
Gr: 7-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Rank: #21 - 2521. - 25.
View Park Continuation
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4701 Rodeo Rd.
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 292-0331
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 292-0331
Gr: 9-12 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Rank: #2626.
Alliance Ted K. Tajima High School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1552 W. Rockwood St.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 241-8533
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 241-8533
Gr: 9-12 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Rank: #27 - 2827. - 28.
Alliance Dr. Olga Mohan High School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
644 West 17th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 342-2870
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 342-2870
Gr: 9-12 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #27 - 2827. - 28.
Alliance Patti And Peter Neuwirth Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4610 South Main St.
Los Angeles, CA 90037
(213) 342-2874
Los Angeles, CA 90037
(213) 342-2874
Gr: 9-12 | 597 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Rank: #2929.
King/drew Medical Magnet High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1601 East 120th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90059
(323) 566-0420
Los Angeles, CA 90059
(323) 566-0420
Gr: 9-12 | 1,359 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #3030.
Early College Academy-la Trade Tech College
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 West Washington Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 763-3685
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 763-3685
Gr: 9-12 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #3131.
New Village Girls Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
147 North Occidental Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 385-4015
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 385-4015
Gr: 9-12 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #3232.
James J. Mcbride Special Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3960 Centinela Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90066
(310) 391-0568
Los Angeles, CA 90066
(310) 391-0568
Gr: 6-12 | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #3333.
Ednovate - Usc Hybrid High College Prep
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3939 South Vermont Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90071
(213) 929-1046
Los Angeles, CA 90071
(213) 929-1046
Gr: 9-12 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1
Rank: #3434.
Venice Senior High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
13000 Venice Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90066
(310) 577-4200
Los Angeles, CA 90066
(310) 577-4200
Gr: 9-12 | 2,223 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #3535.
Siatech Academy South
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
255 S. Mednik Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90022
(760) 945-1227
Los Angeles, CA 90022
(760) 945-1227
Gr: 10-12 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
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Los Angeles, California 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Academy Of Media Arts (Closed 2024)
Charter School
2009 W. Mlk Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90062
(424) 253-8984
Los Angeles, CA 90062
(424) 253-8984
Gr: 9-12 | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
456 South Mathews St
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 780-6500
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 780-6500
Gr: 9-12 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
5753 Rodeo Rd.
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 545-1100
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 545-1100
Gr: 9-12 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
325 East 111th St
Los Angeles, CA 90061
(323) 420-2166
Los Angeles, CA 90061
(323) 420-2166
Gr: 9-12 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
461 W. 9th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(310) 221-0430
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(310) 221-0430
Gr: 9-12 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
5355 South Fourth Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90043
(323) 294-3172
Los Angeles, CA 90043
(323) 294-3172
Gr: 6-8 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1
211 S. Ave. 20
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(323) 352-8034
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(323) 352-8034
Gr: 6-8 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
2941 W. 70th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(323) 920-4388
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(323) 920-4388
Gr: 6-8
2941 W. 70th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(323) 920-4388
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(323) 920-4388
Gr: 6-8 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
2930 Fletcher Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(323) 739-0560
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(323) 739-0560
Gr: 9-12 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
5356 S. Fifth Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(323) 596-2290
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(323) 596-2290
Gr: 6-12 | 1,007 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
2023 Union Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213) 748-0141
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213) 748-0141
Gr: 6-8 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1
4736 Huntington Dr South
Los Angeles, CA 90032
(323) 352-2070
Los Angeles, CA 90032
(323) 352-2070
Gr: 9-12 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
2265 E. 103rd St.
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(323) 568-4136
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(323) 568-4136
Gr: 9-12
Animo Justice Charter High School (Closed 2011)
Charter School
1655 East 27th St 1st Fl.
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 232-1857
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 232-1857
Gr: 9-12
325 East 111th St
Los Angeles, CA 90061
(323) 420-2172
Los Angeles, CA 90061
(323) 420-2172
Gr: 8-10 | 270 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Animo Locke Charter High School #3 (Closed 2012)
Charter School
325 East 111th St
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(323) 420-2165
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(323) 420-2165
Gr: 8-11 | 435 students
325 East 111th St
Los Angeles, CA 90061
(323) 420-2150
Los Angeles, CA 90061
(323) 420-2150
Gr: 9-12 | 698 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
810 East 111th Place
Los Angeles, CA 90059
(323) 568-8613
Los Angeles, CA 90059
(323) 568-8613
Gr: 9-12 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
12226 S. W.ern Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(323) 600-6099
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(323) 600-6099
Gr: 6-8 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
2320 Martin Luther King Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90008
(323) 290-9200
Los Angeles, CA 90008
(323) 290-9200
Gr: 6-8 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Apex Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1309 N. Wilton Pl. 3rd Fl.
Los Angeles, CA 90028
(323) 817-6550
Los Angeles, CA 90028
(323) 817-6550
Gr: 7-12 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Apple Academy Charter Public (Closed 2018)
Charter School
4920 S. W.ern Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90062
(323) 348-4276
Los Angeles, CA 90062
(323) 348-4276
Gr: K-5 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
4504 Ascot Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 233-2403
Los Angeles, CA 90011
(323) 233-2403
Gr: K-2 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
2050 San Fernando Rd.
Los Angeles, CA 90065
(323) 276-5515
Los Angeles, CA 90065
(323) 276-5515
Gr: 9-12 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
825 W. 60th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90044
(323) 789-1282
Los Angeles, CA 90044
(323) 789-1282
Gr: 9-12 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
825 W. 60th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90044
(323) 789-1282
Los Angeles, CA 90044
(323) 789-1282
Gr: 9-12 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
California Collegiate Charter (Closed 2023)
Charter School
5101 S. W.ern Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90062
(323) 450-7290
Los Angeles, CA 90062
(323) 450-7290
Gr: 6-8 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
697 South Burlington Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 413-4245
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 413-4245
Gr: 6-8 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Camino Nuevo Charter High School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1215 W. Miramar St.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 240-8700
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 240-8700
Gr: 9-12 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Cds Elementary School (Closed 2024)
Alternative School
10001 Jumilla Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 239-5656
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 239-5656
Gr: K-6 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1
Celerity Achernar Charter (Closed 2023)
Charter School
310 E. El Segundo Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90010
(310) 764-1234
Los Angeles, CA 90010
(310) 764-1234
Gr: K-8 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
Celerity Cardinal Charter (Closed 2023)
Charter School
7330 Bakman Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90010
(818) 753-2712
Los Angeles, CA 90010
(818) 753-2712
Gr: K-8 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Los Angeles, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in Los Angeles, CA include Renaissance Arts Academy, Girls Academic Leadership Academy Dr. Michelle King Sch Stem and Francisco Bravo Medical Magnet High School.
How many public high schools are located in Los Angeles?
168 public high schools are located in Los Angeles.
What is the racial composition of students in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles public high schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Los Angeles are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Los Angeles include: Edward R. Roybal Learning Center vs. Downtown Business High School, Cheviot Hills Continuation vs. Alexander Hamilton Senior High School, Academia Avance Charter vs. Abraham Lincoln Senior High School
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