Serving 1,620 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Larchmont Charter ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,620 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Larchmont Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Larchmont Charter's student population of 1,620 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Larchmont Charter ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Larchmont Charter is 0.74, which is more 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
#1359 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
12%
Hispanic
26%
55%
Black
4%
5%
White
36%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Larchmont Charter's ranking?
Larchmont Charter is ranked #1359 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Larchmont Charter often compared to?
Larchmont Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Melrose Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Larchmont Charter?
The graduation rate of Larchmont Charter is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Larchmont Charter?
1,620 students attend Larchmont Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Larchmont Charter students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Larchmont Charter?
Larchmont Charter has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Larchmont Charter offer ?
Larchmont Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Larchmont Charter part of?
Larchmont Charter is part of Larchmont Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Larchmont Charter located?
Larchmont Charter is located in the Central LA neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 62 other public schools located in Central LA.
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