Serving 388 students in grades 5-8, Equitas Academy #2 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 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Equitas Academy #2 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Equitas Academy #2's student population of 388 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Equitas Academy #2 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 Equitas Academy #2 is 0.04, 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
#7983 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
98%
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
86%
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 Equitas Academy #2's ranking?
Equitas Academy #2 is ranked #7983 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Equitas Academy #2 often compared to?
Equitas Academy #2is often viewed alongside schools like Equitas Academy 4 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Equitas Academy #2?
388 students attend Equitas Academy #2.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Equitas Academy #2 students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Equitas Academy #2?
Equitas Academy #2 has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Equitas Academy #2 offer ?
Equitas Academy #2 offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Equitas Academy #2 part of?
Equitas Academy #2 is part of Equitas Academy #2 School District.
In what neighborhood is Equitas Academy #2 located?
Equitas Academy #2 is located in the Westlake neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 40 other public schools located in Westlake.
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