Serving 259 students in grades 9-12, Matrix For Success Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher 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 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 30-34% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Matrix For Success Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Matrix For Success Academy's student population of 259 students has grown by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 160% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
259 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Matrix For Success Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Matrix For Success Academy is 0.15, 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
#2597 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-34%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Matrix For Success Academy's ranking?
Matrix For Success Academy is ranked #2597 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% 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 Matrix For Success Academy?
The graduation rate of Matrix For Success Academy is 30-34%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Matrix For Success Academy?
259 students attend Matrix For Success Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Matrix For Success Academy students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Matrix For Success Academy?
Matrix For Success Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Matrix For Success Academy offer ?
Matrix For Success Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Matrix For Success Academy part of?
Matrix For Success Academy is part of Matrix For Success Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Matrix For Success Academy located?
Matrix For Success 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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