Serving 556 students in grades 9-12, Compton Early College High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher 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)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Compton Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Compton Early College High School's student population of 556 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
556 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2015
School Motto
Home of the Rising Phoenix
School Rankings
Compton Early College High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Compton Early College High School is 0.23, 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
#975 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
21:1
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
87%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
1%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rising Phoenix
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Compton Early College High School's ranking?
Compton Early College High School is ranked #975 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Compton Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Compton Early College High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Compton Early College High School?
556 students attend Compton Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Compton Early College High School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Compton Early College High School?
Compton Early College High School has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Compton Early College High School offer ?
Compton Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Compton Early College High School part of?
Compton Early College High School is part of Compton Unified School District.
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