Downtown Business High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Downtown Business High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
903 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Downtown Business High School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#679 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
1%
Asian
(21-22)32%
12%
Hispanic
(21-22)59%
56%
Black
(21-22)4%
5%
White
(21-22)2%
21%
Hawaiian
(21-22)1%
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)2%
5%
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
78%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Downtown Business High School's ranking?
Downtown Business High School is ranked #679 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Downtown Business High School often compared to?
Downtown Business High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edward R. Roybal Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Downtown Business High School?
The graduation rate of Downtown Business High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Downtown Business High School?
903 students attend Downtown Business High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Downtown Business High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Downtown Business High School offer ?
Downtown Business High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Downtown Business High School part of?
Downtown Business High School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Downtown Business High School located?
Downtown Business High School is located in the Downtown Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in Downtown Los Angeles.
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