Serving 443 students in grades 6-8, Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School 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 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School's student population of 443 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
443 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School 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 Florence-firestone Charter Middle School is 0.02, 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
#6374 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
99%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School's ranking?
Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School is ranked #6374 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School?
443 students attend Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School?
Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School offer ?
Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School part of?
Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School is part of Animo Florence-Firestone Charter Middle School District.
In what neighborhood is Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School located?
Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School 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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