Los Angeles College Prep Academy is a charter school in Hermon, Los Angeles, California, near El Sereno. It occupies the campus of the former Pacific Christian High School.
Serving 41 students in grades 9-12, Los Angeles College Prep Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Los Angeles College Prep Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Los Angeles College Prep Academy's student population of 41 students has declined by 72% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
41 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Los Angeles College Prep Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Los Angeles College Prep Academy is 0.27, 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
#2597 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
85%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
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 Los Angeles College Prep Academy's ranking?
Los Angeles College Prep Academy is ranked #2597 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Los Angeles College Prep Academy?
The graduation rate of Los Angeles College Prep Academy is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Los Angeles College Prep Academy?
41 students attend Los Angeles College Prep Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Los Angeles College Prep Academy students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Los Angeles College Prep Academy?
Los Angeles College Prep Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Los Angeles College Prep Academy offer ?
Los Angeles College Prep Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Los Angeles College Prep Academy part of?
Los Angeles College Prep Academy is part of Los Angeles College Prep Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Los Angeles College Prep Academy located?
Los Angeles College Prep Academy is located in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 27 other public schools located in Northeast Los Angeles.
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