Orthopaedic Hospital Medical Magnet High School is an alternate magnet high school located in the Historic South Central neighborhood in Los Angeles, California. The school is located near the Los Angeles Orthopedic Hospital on the property donated by the hospital. The school houses approximately 800 students.
Serving 653 students in grades 9-12, Orthopaedic Hospital ranks in the top 30% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orthopaedic Hospital ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Orthopaedic Hospital's student population of 653 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
653 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2004
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Motto
Learning Today...Leading Tomorrow.
School Rankings
Orthopaedic Hospital ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orthopaedic Hospital 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
#1921 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
2%
20%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viper
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orthopaedic Hospital's ranking?
Orthopaedic Hospital is ranked #1921 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Orthopaedic Hospital often compared to?
Orthopaedic Hospitalis often viewed alongside schools like Los Angeles Center For Enriched Studies, Francisco Bravo Medical Magnet High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Orthopaedic Hospital?
The graduation rate of Orthopaedic Hospital is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Orthopaedic Hospital?
653 students attend Orthopaedic Hospital.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Orthopaedic Hospital students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orthopaedic Hospital?
Orthopaedic Hospital has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Orthopaedic Hospital offer ?
Orthopaedic Hospital offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Orthopaedic Hospital part of?
Orthopaedic Hospital is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Orthopaedic Hospital located?
Orthopaedic Hospital is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last day of Instruction
June 10, 2026 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School Year
June 04, 2027 (Friday)
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