Serving 447 students in grades 9-12, Dr. Richard A. Vladovic Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 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: 447 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Richard A. Vladovic Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Dr. Richard A. Vladovic Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy's student population of 447 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
447 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr. Richard A. Vladovic Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Richard A. Vladovic Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#141 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1

American Indian
1%
1%

Asian
28%
12%

Hispanic
53%
56%

Black
12%
5%

White
2%
20%

Hawaiian
1%
n/a

Two or more races
3%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%

Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Dr. Richard A. Vladovic Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy's ranking?
Dr. Richard A. Vladovic Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy is ranked #141 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dr. Richard A. Vladovic Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy?
The graduation rate of Dr. Richard A. Vladovic Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Dr. Richard A. Vladovic Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy?
447 students attend Dr. Richard A. Vladovic Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Dr. Richard A. Vladovic Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. Richard A. Vladovic Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy?
Dr. Richard A. Vladovic Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dr. Richard A. Vladovic Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy offer ?
Dr. Richard A. Vladovic Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dr. Richard A. Vladovic Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy part of?
Dr. Richard A. Vladovic Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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