Joaquin Miller Career And Transition Center serves 164 students in grades 12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is lower than the California state average of 59%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the California state average of 58%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 12
- Enrollment: 164 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: ≥50%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joaquin Miller Career And Transition Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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School Overview
Joaquin Miller Career And Transition Center's student population of 164 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 12
Total Students
164 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Joaquin Miller Career And Transition Center is 0.50, 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)
(11-12)≥50%
59%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)≥50%
58%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
21:1
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
68%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
20%
20%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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 59% CA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Joaquin Miller Career And Transition Center?
The graduation rate of Joaquin Miller Career And Transition Center is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Joaquin Miller Career And Transition Center?
164 students attend Joaquin Miller Career And Transition Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Joaquin Miller Career And Transition Center students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joaquin Miller Career And Transition Center?
Joaquin Miller Career And Transition Center has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Joaquin Miller Career And Transition Center offer ?
Joaquin Miller Career And Transition Center offers enrollment in grades 12
What school district is Joaquin Miller Career And Transition Center part of?
Joaquin Miller Career And Transition Center is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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