Leuzinger High School is a public high school in Lawndale, California, United States. It opened on January 27, 1931, with an enrollment of 268. It was named after Adolph Leuzinger in recognition of his 25 years of service on the board of trustees of the Inglewood Union High School District.
Serving 1,924 students in grades 9-12, Leuzinger 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 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher 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)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,924 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leuzinger High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Leuzinger High School's student population of 1,924 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,924 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Year Founded
1931
Colors
White, Blue
School Motto
Students First, Every Day
School Rankings
Leuzinger 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 Leuzinger High School is 0.43, 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
#4981 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
74%
56%
Black
15%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Olympians
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leuzinger High School's ranking?
Leuzinger High School is ranked #4981 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Leuzinger High School often compared to?
Leuzinger High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lawndale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leuzinger High School?
The graduation rate of Leuzinger High School is 88%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Leuzinger High School?
1,924 students attend Leuzinger High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Leuzinger High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leuzinger High School?
Leuzinger High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Leuzinger High School offer ?
Leuzinger High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Leuzinger High School part of?
Leuzinger High School is part of Centinela Valley Union High School District.
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First Day of School (Upcoming Events)
August 18, 2025 (Monday)
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