Smidt Tech, also known as Alliance Susan & Eric Smidt Technology High School, is a free public charter school, authorized by the Los Angeles Unified School District and is located in the Lincoln Heights area, northeast of downtown Los Angeles. The area is the primary home to Latino and Asian immigrant families.
Serving 254 students in grades 9-12, Alliance Susan And Eric Smidt Technology High School ranks in the top 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 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alliance Susan And Eric Smidt Technology High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Alliance Susan And Eric Smidt Technology High School's student population of 254 students has declined by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
254 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2012
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alliance Susan And Eric Smidt Technology High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alliance Susan And Eric Smidt Technology High School is 0.08, 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
#4664 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alliance Susan And Eric Smidt Technology High School's ranking?
Alliance Susan And Eric Smidt Technology High School is ranked #4664 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alliance Susan And Eric Smidt Technology High School?
The graduation rate of Alliance Susan And Eric Smidt Technology High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Alliance Susan And Eric Smidt Technology High School?
254 students attend Alliance Susan And Eric Smidt Technology High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Alliance Susan And Eric Smidt Technology High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alliance Susan And Eric Smidt Technology High School?
Alliance Susan And Eric Smidt Technology High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alliance Susan And Eric Smidt Technology High School offer ?
Alliance Susan And Eric Smidt Technology High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alliance Susan And Eric Smidt Technology High School part of?
Alliance Susan And Eric Smidt Technology High School is part of Alliance Susan And Eric Smidt Technology High School District.
In what neighborhood is Alliance Susan And Eric Smidt Technology High School located?
Alliance Susan And Eric Smidt Technology High School is located in the Lincoln Heights neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Lincoln Heights.
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