Serving 613 students in grades 9-12, Nava College Preparatory Academy 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 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nava College Preparatory Academy's student population of 613 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
613 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Nava College Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nava College Preparatory Academy is 0.08, 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
#7456 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Nava College Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Nava College Preparatory Academy is ranked #7456 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Nava College Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Nava College Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Jefferson Senior High School, Animo Ralph Bunche Charter High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nava College Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Nava College Preparatory Academy is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Nava College Preparatory Academy?
613 students attend Nava College Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Nava College Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nava College Preparatory Academy?
Nava College Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Nava College Preparatory Academy offer ?
Nava College Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Nava College Preparatory Academy part of?
Nava College Preparatory Academy is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Nava College Preparatory Academy located?
Nava College Preparatory Academy 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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