Serving 255 students in grades 6-12, New Designs Charter School-watts 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 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Designs Charter School-watts's student population of 255 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
255 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Designs Charter School-watts 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 New Designs Charter School-watts 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
#9143 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
43%
55%
Black
57%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
51%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Designs Charter School-watts's ranking?
New Designs Charter School-watts is ranked #9143 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Designs Charter School-watts?
The graduation rate of New Designs Charter School-watts is 80-84%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend New Designs Charter School-watts?
255 students attend New Designs Charter School-watts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of New Designs Charter School-watts students are Black, and 43% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Designs Charter School-watts?
New Designs Charter School-watts has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does New Designs Charter School-watts offer ?
New Designs Charter School-watts offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is New Designs Charter School-watts part of?
New Designs Charter School-watts is part of New Designs Charter School-Watts School District.
In what neighborhood is New Designs Charter School-watts located?
New Designs Charter School-watts 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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