University Pathways Public Service Academy

About University Pathways Public Service Academy

The University Pathways Public Service Academy is an innovative program designed to prepare students for successful careers in public service. The program provides a comprehensive education in the areas of public policy, public administration, public service, and public engagement. Students enrolled in the program will gain a broad understanding of the public sector and its role in society, as well as the skills and knowledge needed to effectively serve the public.
The program is designed to provide students with an understanding of the public sector, its processes, and its challenges. Through the program, students will gain an understanding of the legal, ethical, and organizational aspects of public service. They will also gain a comprehensive understanding of the policy-making process, from the development of policy to its implementation. In addition, the program will provide students with the tools and resources needed to become successful public servants.
The program is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to become successful in their chosen field. Through the program, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the public sector and its role in society, as well as the skills and knowledge needed to effectively serve the public. In addition, the program will provide students with the tools and resources needed to become successful public servants.
At the end of the program, students will have the opportunity to participate in an internship in a public service organization. This internship will provide students with the opportunity to gain practical experience in the public sector and to apply their knowledge and skills in a real-world setting. Upon completion of the program, students will be prepared to enter the public service field with confidence and the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed.

Address:	1415 Firestone Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90001
Phone:	(323) 277-1800
Site:	–
Grades:	9 – 12
Enrollment:	306 students

Overview University Pathways Public Service Academy

University Pathways Public Service Academy serves 306 students in grades 9-12.
University Pathways Public Service Academy placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on University Pathways Public Service Academy

University Pathways Public Service Academy is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of University Pathways Public Service Academy is 0.40, 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.