The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 6-9% (which was lower than the California state average of 56%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 10-14% (which was lower than the California state average of 54%).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students (09-10)
254 students

Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers

School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)6-9%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)10-14%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1

American Indian
(09-10)n/a
1%
Asian
(09-10)n/a
11%

Hispanic
(09-10)54%
50%

Black
(09-10)44%
7%

White
(09-10)2%
27%

Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
1%
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
3%

Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
85%
46%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
2%
9%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 56% CA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% CA state average).
How many students attend Tri Community Pau High School?
254 students attend Tri Community Pau High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Tri Community Pau High School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What grades does Tri Community Pau High School offer ?
Tri Community Pau High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Tri Community Pau High School part of?
Tri Community Pau High School is part of Los Angeles County Office Of Education School District.
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