Serving 842 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 842 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts's student population of 842 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
842 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1904
School Motto
To develop global learners who embrace diversity, academic achievement, and socio-emotional wellness to be ready for the world.
School Rankings
Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts 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 Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts is 0.32, 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
#4515 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
82%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts's ranking?
Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts is ranked #4515 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts?
The graduation rate of Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts?
842 students attend Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts?
Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts offer ?
Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts part of?
Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts located?
Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts 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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