Serving 667 students in grades 9-12, Youthbuild Charter School Of California 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 667 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 19% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Youthbuild Charter School Of California ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Youthbuild Charter School Of California's student population of 667 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
667 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Youthbuild Charter School Of California 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 Youthbuild Charter School Of California is 0.37, 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
#9512 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
78%
55%
Black
16%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
19%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Youthbuild Charter School Of California's ranking?
Youthbuild Charter School Of California is ranked #9512 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Youthbuild Charter School Of California?
The graduation rate of Youthbuild Charter School Of California is 19%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Youthbuild Charter School Of California?
667 students attend Youthbuild Charter School Of California.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Youthbuild Charter School Of California students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Youthbuild Charter School Of California?
Youthbuild Charter School Of California has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Youthbuild Charter School Of California offer ?
Youthbuild Charter School Of California offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Youthbuild Charter School Of California part of?
Youthbuild Charter School Of California is part of Youthbuild Charter School Of California School District.
In what neighborhood is Youthbuild Charter School Of California located?
Youthbuild Charter School Of California is located in the Venice neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
School Calendar
View the Youthbuild Charter School Of California yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break: Teachers and Students Off (2024-25 Academic Calendar (Track A - All Sites Except Compton and Fresno))
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break: Teachers and Students Off (2024-25 Academic Calendar (Track A - All Sites Except Compton and Fresno))
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break: Teachers and Students Off (2024-25 Academic Calendar (Track A - All Sites Except Compton and Fresno))
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break: All Staff and Students Off (2024-25 Academic Calendar (Track A - All Sites Except Compton and Fresno))
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break: All Staff and Students Off (2024-25 Academic Calendar (Track A - All Sites Except Compton and Fresno))
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
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