Serving 57 students in grades 9-12, Highland Park Continuation 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 40-49% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highland Park Continuation's student population of 57 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
57 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highland Park 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 Highland Park Continuation is 0.12, 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
#7855 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
94%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-49%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Highland Park Continuation's ranking?
Highland Park Continuation is ranked #7855 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 ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highland Park Continuation?
The graduation rate of Highland Park Continuation is 40-49%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Highland Park Continuation?
57 students attend Highland Park Continuation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Highland Park Continuation students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Park Continuation?
Highland Park Continuation has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Highland Park Continuation offer ?
Highland Park Continuation offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Highland Park Continuation part of?
Highland Park Continuation is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Highland Park Continuation located?
Highland Park Continuation is located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 10 other public schools located in Highland Park.
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