Serving 1,120 students in grades 7-12, University Preparatory 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 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,120 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Preparatory 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
University Preparatory's student population of 1,120 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
1,120 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
University Preparatory ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University Preparatory is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#841 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
71%
55%
Black
5%
5%
White
10%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Preparatory's ranking?
University Preparatory is ranked #841 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are University Preparatory often compared to?
University Preparatoryis often viewed alongside schools like Cobalt Institute Of Math And Science Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of University Preparatory?
The graduation rate of University Preparatory is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend University Preparatory?
1,120 students attend University Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of University Preparatory students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University Preparatory?
University Preparatory has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does University Preparatory offer ?
University Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is University Preparatory part of?
University Preparatory is part of Victor Valley Union High School District.
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