King/Drew Medical Magnet High
1,343 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
King/Drew Medical Magnet High School, located in the Willowbrook area of Los Angeles, is a highly regarded public magnet school within the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). Established with a specialized mission to prepare students for careers in the healthcare and medical fields, the school offers a rigorous academic environment that integrates a demanding college-preparatory curriculum with hands-on medical training. By partnering with local healthcare institutions and the nearby Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, the school provides students with unique opportunities for mentorship, clinical exposure, and a head start on professional medical certifications.
The school is widely recognized for its high academic standards and its commitment to fostering equity and excellence for its diverse student body. Beyond its core medical focus, King/Drew offers a robust selection of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, competitive extracurricular activities, and various student organizations that promote leadership and community service. Consistently ranked among the top high schools in California and the nation, King/Drew serves as a pipeline for future healthcare professionals, empowering students to excel in competitive collegiate programs and pursue impactful careers in medicine, science, and public health.
The school is widely recognized for its high academic standards and its commitment to fostering equity and excellence for its diverse student body. Beyond its core medical focus, King/Drew offers a robust selection of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, competitive extracurricular activities, and various student organizations that promote leadership and community service. Consistently ranked among the top high schools in California and the nation, King/Drew serves as a pipeline for future healthcare professionals, empowering students to excel in competitive collegiate programs and pursue impactful careers in medicine, science, and public health.
1,343
Total Students
69.7
Full-Time Teachers
19.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
92.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Alternative School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | Los Angeles Unified |
| Phone: | (323)566-0420 |
| Website: | http://www.kingdrew.net |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,343 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 69.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 19.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 1,174 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 72 |
Grades Taught
9th
10th
11th
12th
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade |
|---|
| 9th |
| 10th |
| 11th |
| 12th |
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