Serving 258 students in grades 9-12, Matrix For Success Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 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: 258 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 15-19% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Matrix For Success Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Matrix For Success Academy's student population of 258 students has grown by 892% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 150% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
258 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Matrix For Success Academy is 0.12, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
94%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
15-19%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Matrix For Success Academy?
The graduation rate of Matrix For Success Academy is 15-19%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Matrix For Success Academy?
258 students attend Matrix For Success Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Matrix For Success Academy students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Matrix For Success Academy?
Matrix For Success Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Matrix For Success Academy offer ?
Matrix For Success Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Matrix For Success Academy part of?
Matrix For Success Academy is part of Matrix For Success Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Matrix For Success Academy located?
Matrix For Success 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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