School Overview
Susan Miller Dorsey Senior High School, located in the View Park-Windsor Hills area of Los Angeles, is a historic institution within the Los Angeles Unified School District. Established in 1937, the school has long served as a focal point for the surrounding community, boasting a rich tradition in both academics and extracurricular activities. It is particularly well-regarded for its vibrant campus culture and its storied athletic programs, which have historically produced notable talent that has gone on to succeed at the collegiate and professional levels.

Beyond its athletic legacy, Dorsey High School provides a comprehensive educational program aimed at preparing students for post-secondary success. The school offers a variety of academic pathways, including magnet programs and specialized career technical education, designed to meet the diverse interests and ambitions of its student body. Committed to fostering a supportive learning environment, the school focuses on student empowerment and community engagement, striving to bridge historical challenges with modern educational resources to ensure every student has the tools necessary to graduate and pursue their professional goals.
853
Total Students
46.8
Full-Time Teachers
18.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
97.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Susan Miller Dorsey Senior High
Demographic Student Count
White17
Hispanic451
Black361
Two or More21
American Indian1
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    451 (52.9%)
  • Black
    361 (42.3%)
  • Two or More
    21 (2.5%)
  • White
    17 (2.0%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.2%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Los Angeles Unified
Phone: (323)298-8400
Website: http://dorseyhs.lausd.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 853
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 46.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 818
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 13
Grades Taught
Grade 9 233
Grade 10 193
Grade 11 211
Grade 12 216

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Susan Miller Dorsey Senior High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9233
Grade 10193
Grade 11211
Grade 12216
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Susan Miller Dorsey Senior High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female40247.1%
Male45152.9%
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