Compton High School, Public high school in Compton, United States
Compton High School is a secondary educational institution in Compton, California, serving students from the local community. The campus provides general education classes, vocational training options, and extracurricular programs for older students in the area.
The school opened in 1896 and moved to different sites over the years. The current building stands on a campus that has served the community since the mid-20th century.
The student body represents the diversity of Compton with 81.6% Hispanic or Latino and 16.7% African American students as of 2020.
The campus sits centrally in Compton and can be reached by local public transport. Visitors should check in with school administration, as this is an active educational facility.
In 2017, a well-known music producer from the area funded the construction of a theater building on campus. The new facility houses performance space and arts programs within the school.
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