Helen Bernstein High School is a public high school in the Hollywood area of Los Angeles, California. The school is named after educational reformer and former president of United Teachers Los Angeles, Helen Bernstein.
Serving 703 students in grades 9-12, Helen Bernstein 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 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower 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)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 703 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helen Bernstein High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Helen Bernstein High School's student population of 703 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
703 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
2008
Colors
White, Black, Royal blue
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Helen Bernstein 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 Helen Bernstein High School is 0.27, 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
#8549 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
85%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Los Angeles Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dragons
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Helen Bernstein High School's ranking?
Helen Bernstein High School is ranked #8549 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Helen Bernstein High School?
The graduation rate of Helen Bernstein High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Helen Bernstein High School?
703 students attend Helen Bernstein High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Helen Bernstein High School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Helen Bernstein High School?
Helen Bernstein High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Helen Bernstein High School offer ?
Helen Bernstein High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Helen Bernstein High School part of?
Helen Bernstein High School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Helen Bernstein High School located?
Helen Bernstein High School is located in the Central LA neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 62 other public schools located in Central LA.
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