Serving 110 students in grades 9-12, University Pathways Medical Magnet Academy 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 11-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 110 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Pathways Medical Magnet Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
University Pathways Medical Magnet Academy's student population of 110 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
110 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
University Pathways Medical Magnet Academy 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 University Pathways Medical Magnet Academy is 0.34, 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
#5675 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
79%
56%
Black
19%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
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 University Pathways Medical Magnet Academy's ranking?
University Pathways Medical Magnet Academy is ranked #5675 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of University Pathways Medical Magnet Academy?
The graduation rate of University Pathways Medical Magnet Academy is 80%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend University Pathways Medical Magnet Academy?
110 students attend University Pathways Medical Magnet Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of University Pathways Medical Magnet Academy students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of University Pathways Medical Magnet Academy?
University Pathways Medical Magnet Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does University Pathways Medical Magnet Academy offer ?
University Pathways Medical Magnet Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is University Pathways Medical Magnet Academy part of?
University Pathways Medical Magnet Academy is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is University Pathways Medical Magnet Academy located?
University Pathways Medical Magnet Academy 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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