Math and Science College Preparatory is an independent public charter school located in the West Adams neighborhood of Los Angeles, California.
Serving 557 students in grades 9-12, Math And Science College Preparatory ranks in the top 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 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Math And Science College Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Math And Science College Preparatory's student population of 557 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
557 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2013
School Calendar
School Motto
We are family.
School Rankings
Math And Science College Preparatory ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Math And Science College Preparatory is 0.15, 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
#4336 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
7%
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
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Math And Science College Preparatory's ranking?
Math And Science College Preparatory is ranked #4336 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Math And Science College Preparatory?
The graduation rate of Math And Science College Preparatory is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Math And Science College Preparatory?
557 students attend Math And Science College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Math And Science College Preparatory students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Math And Science College Preparatory?
Math And Science College Preparatory has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Math And Science College Preparatory offer ?
Math And Science College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Math And Science College Preparatory part of?
Math And Science College Preparatory is part of Math And Science College Preparatory School District.
In what neighborhood is Math And Science College Preparatory located?
Math And Science College Preparatory 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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