Santee Education Complex is a secondary school located at 1921 South Maple Avenue in Los Angeles, California. Santee, which serves grades nine through twelve, is a part of the Los Angeles Unified School District and is located in the South Los Angeles area.
Serving 1,582 students in grades 9-12, Santee Education Complex 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 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,582 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santee Education Complex ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Santee Education Complex's student population of 1,582 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,582 students
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
SANTEE FALCONS SOAR!
School Rankings
Santee Education Complex 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 Santee Education Complex is 0.12, 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
#6373 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
94%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santee Education Complex's ranking?
Santee Education Complex is ranked #6373 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Santee Education Complex?
The graduation rate of Santee Education Complex is 91%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Santee Education Complex?
1,582 students attend Santee Education Complex.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Santee Education Complex students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Santee Education Complex?
Santee Education Complex has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Santee Education Complex offer ?
Santee Education Complex offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Santee Education Complex part of?
Santee Education Complex is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Santee Education Complex located?
Santee Education Complex 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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