Wesm Health/sports Medicine ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wesm Health/sports Medicine ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
669 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Wesm Health/sports Medicine ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#7054 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
1%
Asian
(21-22)1%
12%
Hispanic
(21-22)20%
56%
Black
(21-22)74%
5%
White
(21-22)3%
21%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)2%
5%
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
68%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wesm Health/sports Medicine's ranking?
Wesm Health/sports Medicine is ranked #7054 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wesm Health/sports Medicine?
The graduation rate of Wesm Health/sports Medicine is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Wesm Health/sports Medicine?
669 students attend Wesm Health/sports Medicine.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Wesm Health/sports Medicine students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Wesm Health/sports Medicine offer ?
Wesm Health/sports Medicine offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wesm Health/sports Medicine part of?
Wesm Health/sports Medicine is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Wesm Health/sports Medicine located?
Wesm Health/sports Medicine is located in the Westchester neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Westchester.
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