Serving 89 students in grades 9-12, Simon Rodia Continuation ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
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 ≤10% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 89 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Simon Rodia Continuation ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Simon Rodia Continuation's student population of 89 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
89 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1972
School Motto
Welcome to the home of the Trojans
School Rankings
Simon Rodia Continuation 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 Simon Rodia Continuation is 0.13, 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
#5786 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
93%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trojans
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Simon Rodia Continuation's ranking?
Simon Rodia Continuation is ranked #5786 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Simon Rodia Continuation?
The graduation rate of Simon Rodia Continuation is 65-69%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Simon Rodia Continuation?
89 students attend Simon Rodia Continuation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Simon Rodia Continuation students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Simon Rodia Continuation?
Simon Rodia Continuation has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Simon Rodia Continuation offer ?
Simon Rodia Continuation offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Simon Rodia Continuation part of?
Simon Rodia Continuation is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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