Serving 220 students in grades 1-5, Mid-city's Prescott School Of Enriched Sciences ranks in the top 50% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mid-city's Prescott School Of Enriched Sciences ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Mid-city's Prescott School Of Enriched Sciences's student population of 220 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
220 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
2011
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
2 acres
School Motto
Our mission is to provide enriched classroom experiences that are rigorous, standards-based, culturally-relevant, interdisciplinary, and differentiated to meet the needs of diverse learners.
School Rankings
Mid-city's Prescott School Of Enriched Sciences ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mid-city's Prescott School Of Enriched Sciences is 0.57, 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
#3301 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
62%
56%
Black
18%
5%
White
5%
20%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mountain Lions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mid-city's Prescott School Of Enriched Sciences's ranking?
Mid-city's Prescott School Of Enriched Sciences is ranked #3301 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mid-city's Prescott School Of Enriched Sciences often compared to?
Mid-city's Prescott School Of Enriched Sciencesis often viewed alongside schools like Crescent Heights Boulevard Elementary School, Marvin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mid-city's Prescott School Of Enriched Sciences?
220 students attend Mid-city's Prescott School Of Enriched Sciences.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Mid-city's Prescott School Of Enriched Sciences students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mid-city's Prescott School Of Enriched Sciences?
Mid-city's Prescott School Of Enriched Sciences has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mid-city's Prescott School Of Enriched Sciences offer ?
Mid-city's Prescott School Of Enriched Sciences offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Mid-city's Prescott School Of Enriched Sciences part of?
Mid-city's Prescott School Of Enriched Sciences is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Mid-city's Prescott School Of Enriched Sciences located?
Mid-city's Prescott School Of Enriched Sciences 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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