Serving 20 students in grades 7-12, Thomas Riley High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, 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 34%). 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 5:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas Riley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Thomas Riley High School's student population of 20 students has declined by 68% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
20 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Thomas Riley High School is 0.46, 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)
(20-21)<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
65%
56%
Black
35%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
9%
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 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thomas Riley High School?
The graduation rate of Thomas Riley High School is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Thomas Riley High School?
20 students attend Thomas Riley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Thomas Riley High School students are Hispanic, and 35% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas Riley High School?
Thomas Riley High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Thomas Riley High School offer ?
Thomas Riley High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Thomas Riley High School part of?
Thomas Riley High School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Thomas Riley High School located?
Thomas Riley High School 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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