Serving 1,189 students in grades 9-12, Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy 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 5% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower 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)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,189 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 64% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy's student population of 1,189 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,189 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Year Founded
1967
School Colors
Gold, Columbia blue
School Rankings
Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8529 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
77%
56%
Black
21%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
64%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy is ranked #8529 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?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy is 64%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy?
1,189 students attend Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy?
Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy offer ?
Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy part of?
Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy is part of Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy located?
Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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