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George Washington Preparatory High

Los Angeles Unified · Los Angeles County · 10860 South Denker Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90047-4622

(323) 418-4000 · www.washingtonprephs-lausd-ca.schoolloop.com

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1/10
#1157
Rank 1157 out of 1,227
Top 94%
English Language Arts1/10 · #1185 · 4th percentile
Mathematics2/10 · #1060 · 14th percentile
Science1/10 · #1219 · 6th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

George Washington Preparatory High sits in South Los Angeles, a neighborhood with deep roots and a strong sense of community pride, and the school reflects that same spirit. Academics here are a real focus, with math showing particular strength for a school serving this part of the city, making it a solid option for families who want a college-prep track without leaving their community behind. Families committed to their neighborhood who are looking for a structured, goal-oriented high school environment will find a lot to work with here.

Student Demographics

145 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
88 (61%)
African American
48 (33%)
Multiple Races
3 (2%)
Other
6 (4%)

Key Indicators

English Learners39 (27%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged140 (97%)
Students with Disabilities27 (19%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

738
Enrollment
48
Teachers (FTE)
15.4:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
16.1
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Graduation Rate

79%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

11
AP Courses
offered
14.5%
AP Participation
of students
108
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Athletics

Generals · CIF Los Angeles City Section

18
varsity sports
6 boys
7 girls
BaseballBasketball (Boys)Basketball (Girls)Cross Country (Boys)Cross Country (Girls)Flag Football (Girls)Football (11 person)Golf (Boys)

Source: CIF Home Campus 2025-26

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs6/10 · #1100 · 50th percentile

105 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found