Serving 550 students in grades 9-12, Oscar De La Hoya Animo Charter High School 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 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oscar De La Hoya Animo Charter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Oscar De La Hoya Animo Charter High School's student population of 550 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
550 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Oscar De La Hoya Animo Charter High School 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 Oscar De La Hoya Animo Charter High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6046 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
95%
56%

Black
1%
5%
White
3%
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%

Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oscar De La Hoya Animo Charter High School's ranking?
Oscar De La Hoya Animo Charter High School is ranked #6046 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oscar De La Hoya Animo Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Oscar De La Hoya Animo Charter High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Oscar De La Hoya Animo Charter High School?
550 students attend Oscar De La Hoya Animo Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Oscar De La Hoya Animo Charter High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oscar De La Hoya Animo Charter High School?
Oscar De La Hoya Animo Charter High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Oscar De La Hoya Animo Charter High School offer ?
Oscar De La Hoya Animo Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Oscar De La Hoya Animo Charter High School part of?
Oscar De La Hoya Animo Charter High School is part of Oscar De La Hoya Animo Charter High School District.
In what neighborhood is Oscar De La Hoya Animo Charter High School located?
Oscar De La Hoya Animo Charter High School 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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