Pomelo Community 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 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pomelo Community Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
553 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pomelo Community Charter ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#1811 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
1%
Asian
(21-22)12%
12%
Hispanic
(21-22)22%
56%
Black
(21-22)4%
5%
White
(21-22)52%
21%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)10%
5%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
23%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pomelo Community Charter's ranking?
Pomelo Community Charter is ranked #1811 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Pomelo Community Charter often compared to?
Pomelo Community Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Justice Street Academy Charter, Welby Way Charter Elementary Sch And Gifted-high Ability Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pomelo Community Charter?
553 students attend Pomelo Community Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Pomelo Community Charter students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What grades does Pomelo Community Charter offer ?
Pomelo Community Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Pomelo Community Charter part of?
Pomelo Community Charter is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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