Serving 319 students in grades 6-12, Animo Compton Charter ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than 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 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Animo Compton Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Animo Compton Charter's student population of 319 students has grown by 369% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 216% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
319 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Animo Compton Charter ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Animo Compton Charter is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8868 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
53%
55%
Black
43%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Animo Compton Charter's ranking?
Animo Compton Charter is ranked #8868 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Animo Compton Charter?
319 students attend Animo Compton Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Animo Compton Charter students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Animo Compton Charter?
Animo Compton Charter has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Animo Compton Charter offer ?
Animo Compton Charter offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Animo Compton Charter part of?
Animo Compton Charter is part of Animo Compton Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Animo Compton Charter located?
Animo Compton Charter is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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