Serving 417 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Barack Obama 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 5% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barack Obama Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Barack Obama Charter's student population of 417 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
417 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barack Obama 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 Barack Obama Charter is 0.50, 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
#9506 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
39%
55%
Black
59%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
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 Barack Obama Charter's ranking?
Barack Obama Charter is ranked #9506 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Barack Obama Charter often compared to?
Barack Obama Charteris often viewed alongside schools like York by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Barack Obama Charter?
417 students attend Barack Obama Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Barack Obama Charter students are Black, 39% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barack Obama Charter?
Barack Obama Charter has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Barack Obama Charter offer ?
Barack Obama Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Barack Obama Charter part of?
Barack Obama Charter is part of Barack Obama Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Barack Obama Charter located?
Barack Obama 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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