High Schools in Redondo Beach Unified

The Redondo Beach Unified school district operates three high schools serving grades 9-12: the large, comprehensive Redondo Union High, and two much smaller alternative programs, Patricia Dreizler Continuation High and Redondo Beach Learning Academy.

Redondo Union High is the clear academic leader, ranking among the top high schools in California with a 99% graduation rate and test scores well above state averages, particularly in English. In contrast, the two alternative schools serve specialized, at-risk student populations and have significantly lower graduation rates and proficiency scores, though they provide much more intensive support with far lower student-teacher ratios.

An interesting finding is that Redondo Union High achieves its excellent results with the district's lowest per-student spending, while the smaller alternative schools receive two to four times more funding per student, highlighting the different resources required for their distinct missions. For parents, this district offers a high-performing traditional high school alongside alternative options designed to help students who may struggle in a conventional setting.