Lynwood High School is one of three high schools in Lynwood, California, United States. It is a part of the Lynwood Unified School District.
Serving 1,882 students in grades 9-12, Lynwood High School 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 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher 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)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,882 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Lynwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Lynwood High School's student population of 1,882 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,882 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Year Founded
1940
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
Lynwood High School 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 Lynwood High School 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
#5845 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Lynwood High School's ranking?
Lynwood High School is ranked #5845 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lynwood High School often compared to?
Lynwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manual Arts Senior High School, El Segundo High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lynwood High School?
The graduation rate of Lynwood High School is 89%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lynwood High School?
1,882 students attend Lynwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Lynwood High School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lynwood High School?
Lynwood High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lynwood High School offer ?
Lynwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lynwood High School part of?
Lynwood High School is part of Lynwood Unified School District.
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