Serving 475 students in grades 9-12, Alliance Ted K. Tajima High School 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 25-29% (which is lower 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 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alliance Ted K. Tajima High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Alliance Ted K. Tajima High School's student population of 475 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alliance Ted K. Tajima High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alliance Ted K. Tajima High School is 0.06, 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
#2484 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
97%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alliance Ted K. Tajima High School's ranking?
Alliance Ted K. Tajima High School is ranked #2484 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alliance Ted K. Tajima High School often compared to?
Alliance Ted K. Tajima High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ednovate - Usc Hybrid High College Prep, Alliance Dr. Olga Mohan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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 Alliance Ted K. Tajima High School?
The graduation rate of Alliance Ted K. Tajima High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Alliance Ted K. Tajima High School?
475 students attend Alliance Ted K. Tajima High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Alliance Ted K. Tajima High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alliance Ted K. Tajima High School?
Alliance Ted K. Tajima High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alliance Ted K. Tajima High School offer ?
Alliance Ted K. Tajima High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alliance Ted K. Tajima High School part of?
Alliance Ted K. Tajima High School is part of Alliance Ted K. Tajima High School District.
In what neighborhood is Alliance Ted K. Tajima High School located?
Alliance Ted K. Tajima High School is located in the Westlake neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 40 other public schools located in Westlake.
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