Serving 297 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Puente Charter ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Puente Charter's student population of 297 students has grown by 165% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 225% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
297 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Puente Charter ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Puente Charter is 0.06, 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
#2240 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
97%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Puente Charter's ranking?
Puente Charter is ranked #2240 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Puente Charter?
297 students attend Puente Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Puente Charter students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Puente Charter?
Puente Charter has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Puente Charter offer ?
Puente Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Puente Charter part of?
Puente Charter is part of Puente Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Puente Charter located?
Puente 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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