Serving 2,215 students in grades 9-12, John H. Francis Polytechnic ranks in the top 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 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to 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 96% 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: 2,215 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
Minority Enrollment: 96%
Graduation Rate
: 92% (Top 50% in CA)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50%
Math Proficiency
: 25% (Btm 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 47% (Top 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 16% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
John H. Francis Polytechnic ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John H. Francis Polytechnic 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.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of John H. Francis Polytechnic?
The graduation rate of John H. Francis Polytechnic is 92%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend John H. Francis Polytechnic?
2,215 students attend John H. Francis Polytechnic.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of John H. Francis Polytechnic students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John H. Francis Polytechnic?
John H. Francis Polytechnic has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does John H. Francis Polytechnic offer ?
John H. Francis Polytechnic offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is John H. Francis Polytechnic part of?
I have seen this school many years back as a child and it was not a very good school. I did not think i would ever attend this school. However, I decided to transfer schools my sophomore year and now as a junior i completely love it. Majority of students do have a strong sense of pride, win or lose, the students still cheer their peers on. From being a student in the Burbank District to LA District, I see the differences. But I do believe that Polytechnic has improved massively and is still improving from our previous years. We raise money and give back to the community. Poly Students are very giving and generous to the less fortunate, Not to mention the classes the school offers. Not only do they offer AP classes but college classes as well. We are provided with many opportunities to be ahead of the game and gain college credits for the future. Yes, there are many things that this school needs to improve but all of the positive things definitely make up for it. In my opinion, Polytechnic High School is one of the best in LAUSD and I recommend this school.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - justg
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 2,215 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
Minority Enrollment: 96%
Graduation Rate
: 92% (Top 50%)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50%
Math Proficiency
: 25% (Btm 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 47% (Top 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 16% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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