Benjamin Banneker Career And Transition Center serves 189 students in grades 12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 59%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 58%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 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: Special education school
- Grades: 12
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: 65-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benjamin Banneker Career And Transition Center's student population of 189 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 12
Total Students
189 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Benjamin Banneker Career And Transition Center is 0.31, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)65-69%
59%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)85-89%
58%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
82%
56%
Black
15%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
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: Bulls
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Benjamin Banneker Career And Transition Center often compared to?
Benjamin Banneker Career And Transition Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Alfonso B. Perez Special Education Center, Ernest P. Willenberg Special Education Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 59% CA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Benjamin Banneker Career And Transition Center?
The graduation rate of Benjamin Banneker Career And Transition Center is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Benjamin Banneker Career And Transition Center?
189 students attend Benjamin Banneker Career And Transition Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Benjamin Banneker Career And Transition Center students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin Banneker Career And Transition Center?
Benjamin Banneker Career And Transition Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Benjamin Banneker Career And Transition Center offer ?
Benjamin Banneker Career And Transition Center offers enrollment in grades 12
What school district is Benjamin Banneker Career And Transition Center part of?
Benjamin Banneker Career And Transition Center is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Benjamin Banneker Career And Transition Center located?
Benjamin Banneker Career And Transition Center 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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