John R. Wooden High School 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 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (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: 40-59% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
98 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
John R. Wooden High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#2611 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
1%
Asian
(21-22)1%
12%
Hispanic
(21-22)88%
56%
Black
(21-22)3%
5%
White
(21-22)8%
21%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)n/a
5%
Graduation Rate
40-59%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
91%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John R. Wooden High School's ranking?
John R. Wooden High School is ranked #2611 out of 9,602 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 33% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of John R. Wooden High School?
The graduation rate of John R. Wooden High School is 40-59%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend John R. Wooden High School?
98 students attend John R. Wooden High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of John R. Wooden High School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does John R. Wooden High School offer ?
John R. Wooden High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is John R. Wooden High School part of?
John R. Wooden High School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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