Serving 563 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Western Avenue Technology Magnet 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 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower 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)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western Avenue Technology Magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Western Avenue Technology Magnet's student population of 563 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
563 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Western Avenue Technology Magnet 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 Western Avenue Technology Magnet is 0.38, 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
#8953 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
77%
56%
Black
15%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western Avenue Technology Magnet's ranking?
Western Avenue Technology Magnet is ranked #8953 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Western Avenue Technology Magnet often compared to?
Western Avenue Technology Magnetis often viewed alongside schools like Sixty-sixth Street Elementary School, Lenicia B. Weemes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Western Avenue Technology Magnet?
563 students attend Western Avenue Technology Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Western Avenue Technology Magnet students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Western Avenue Technology Magnet?
Western Avenue Technology Magnet has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Western Avenue Technology Magnet offer ?
Western Avenue Technology Magnet offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Western Avenue Technology Magnet part of?
Western Avenue Technology Magnet is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Western Avenue Technology Magnet located?
Western Avenue Technology Magnet 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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