The Los Angeles School of Global Studies is a high school located within the Miguel Contreras Learning Complex. LASGS opened in the fall of 2006 with only Freshman and Sophomore classes as one of four New Technology High Schools in the Los Angeles area.
Serving 317 students in grades 9-12, Contreras Lrng Center-los Angeles School Of Global Studies 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 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)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Contreras Lrng Center-los Angeles School Of Global Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Contreras Lrng Center-los Angeles School Of Global Studies's student population of 317 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
317 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
Black, Teal
School Calendar
School Motto
Trust, Respect, Responsibility
School Rankings
Contreras Lrng Center-los Angeles School Of Global Studies 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 Contreras Lrng Center-los Angeles School Of Global Studies is 0.17, 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
#9133 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
5%
20%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
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: Cobras
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Contreras Lrng Center-los Angeles School Of Global Studies's ranking?
Contreras Lrng Center-los Angeles School Of Global Studies is ranked #9133 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Contreras Lrng Center-los Angeles School Of Global Studies?
The graduation rate of Contreras Lrng Center-los Angeles School Of Global Studies is 65-69%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Contreras Lrng Center-los Angeles School Of Global Studies?
317 students attend Contreras Lrng Center-los Angeles School Of Global Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Contreras Lrng Center-los Angeles School Of Global Studies students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Contreras Lrng Center-los Angeles School Of Global Studies?
Contreras Lrng Center-los Angeles School Of Global Studies has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Contreras Lrng Center-los Angeles School Of Global Studies offer ?
Contreras Lrng Center-los Angeles School Of Global Studies offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Contreras Lrng Center-los Angeles School Of Global Studies part of?
Contreras Lrng Center-los Angeles School Of Global Studies is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Contreras Lrng Center-los Angeles School Of Global Studies located?
Contreras Lrng Center-los Angeles School Of Global Studies is located in the Westlake neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 34 other public schools located in Westlake.
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