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Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy

#8 in Niche Standout High Schools in California
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Wilmington, CA
  • 260 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      A+
    4. College Prep
      A
    5. Clubs & Activities
      C+
    6. Health & Safety
      A
    7. Administration
      A+
    8. Sports
      C+
    9. Food
      B-
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C
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    Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy is a top rated, public school located in Wilmington, CA. It has 453 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 28 to 1. According to state test scores, 82% of students are at least proficient in math and 92% in reading.
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    (310) 834-3932
    1111 Figueroa Pl.
    Wilmington, CA 90744
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    Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    92%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    82%
    Average Graduation Rate
    95%
    Average SAT
    1160
    159 responses
    Average ACT
    24
    33 responses
    AP Enrollment
    53%
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    Living in the Area
    B+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      D
    2. Good for Families
      B
    3. Housing
      D
    Median Household Income
    $58,385
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,376
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $599,700
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    87%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.31 responses
    Poll
    65%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.31 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 92 responses
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    • Pep ralys and friday DJ
      32%
    • Cultural fair and lipsing
      18%
    • Pumpkin Contest
      12%
    • Advisary Dodgeball
      11%
    • Pep rallies
      8%
    • Spirit Week
      7%
    • Spring Fling
      7%

    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    453
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    64%
    91%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.33 responses
    85%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.33 responses
    73%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.33 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    28:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $88,947
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    11.8%
    79%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.42 responses
    86%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.42 responses
    86%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.42 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    C+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Low
    Expenses Per Student
    $14,176/ year
    National
    $12,239
    81%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.42 responses
    36%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.42 responses
    79%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.42 responses
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    Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy Reviews

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    Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy is by far one of the best schools in LAUSD. The staff consist of wonderful and thoughtful adults which help guide us students to success. The teachers work hard to prepare us for college by giving us various strategies to use in different situations. Although HTPA is a great school, there are some changes that could be made. HTPA is a rather small school so it would be fantastic if they increased the size allowing more space for the students. Other than that, HTPA is an amazing school that helps students achieve their goals.
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    The school offers many enriched courses which can help pave the paths of many young students. By enrolling highschool students in College classes throughout their entire journey, it helps them build a feel for the environment. Being on the same campus as the Los Angels Harbor College makes attending my college classes easy and shows me what a daily life for a student in college may consist of. The only changes I would wish to see were a greater number of staff members and more teachers to teach one subject.
    The school is great as one has a smaller environment to learn and study. A small size means greater relationships and connections with teachers and other students. One of the greatest aspects of this school is the fact that with perseverance, one can be on track to receive one or more associate of the arts degree. These degrees can be UC and CSU transferable and May even knock of two years of college–saving time and money as the books are provided by Harbor Teacher Prep.