Serving 604 students in grades Kindergarten-8, La Tijera K-8 Academy Of Excellence Charter ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 604 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Tijera K-8 Academy Of Excellence Charter's student population of 604 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
604 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
La Tijera K-8 Academy Of Excellence Charter ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Tijera K-8 Academy Of Excellence 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
#4503 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
36%
55%
Black
58%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
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 La Tijera K-8 Academy Of Excellence Charter's ranking?
La Tijera K-8 Academy Of Excellence Charter is ranked #4503 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Tijera K-8 Academy Of Excellence Charter often compared to?
La Tijera K-8 Academy Of Excellence Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Frank D. Parent Tk-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend La Tijera K-8 Academy Of Excellence Charter?
604 students attend La Tijera K-8 Academy Of Excellence Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of La Tijera K-8 Academy Of Excellence Charter students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Tijera K-8 Academy Of Excellence Charter?
La Tijera K-8 Academy Of Excellence Charter has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does La Tijera K-8 Academy Of Excellence Charter offer ?
La Tijera K-8 Academy Of Excellence Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is La Tijera K-8 Academy Of Excellence Charter part of?
La Tijera K-8 Academy Of Excellence Charter is part of Inglewood Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
Spring Break Holiday (Events)
April 18, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day of School (Events)
June 04, 2025 (Wednesday)
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