Serving 775 students in grades 9-12, George Washington Preparatory High School 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 775 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
George Washington Preparatory High School's student population of 775 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
775 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1926
Colors
Blue, Red
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 24, 2026
School Mascot
Generals
School Rankings
George Washington Preparatory High School 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 George Washington Preparatory High School is 0.54, 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
#9251 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
56%
56%
Black
39%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Generals
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Washington Preparatory High School's ranking?
George Washington Preparatory High School is ranked #9251 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are George Washington Preparatory High School often compared to?
George Washington Preparatory High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like El Segundo High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of George Washington Preparatory High School?
The graduation rate of George Washington Preparatory High School is 79%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend George Washington Preparatory High School?
775 students attend George Washington Preparatory High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of George Washington Preparatory High School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George Washington Preparatory High School?
George Washington Preparatory High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does George Washington Preparatory High School offer ?
George Washington Preparatory High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is George Washington Preparatory High School part of?
George Washington Preparatory High School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is George Washington Preparatory High School located?
George Washington Preparatory High School 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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