Serving 461 students in grades 9-12, Wallis Annenberg High School 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wallis Annenberg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Wallis Annenberg High School's student population of 461 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
461 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wallis Annenberg High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wallis Annenberg High School is 0.02, 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
#6316 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
99%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Wallis Annenberg High School's ranking?
Wallis Annenberg High School is ranked #6316 out of 9,523 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wallis Annenberg High School?
The graduation rate of Wallis Annenberg High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Wallis Annenberg High School?
461 students attend Wallis Annenberg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Wallis Annenberg High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wallis Annenberg High School?
Wallis Annenberg High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Wallis Annenberg High School offer ?
Wallis Annenberg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wallis Annenberg High School part of?
Wallis Annenberg High School is part of Wallis Annenberg High School District.
In what neighborhood is Wallis Annenberg High School located?
Wallis Annenberg 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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