Very Good
#1674 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 18% in state
Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle
Middle School · Animo Florence-Firestone Charter Middle District
1149 South Hill St. Ste. 600, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,674 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#145 of 563
public schools
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle
Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle is a public middle school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Animo Florence-Firestone Charter Middle District. Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle serves approximately 443 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 23.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,674 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle runs 23.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle — Students at Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 14 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle Compares
See how Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1149 South Hill St. Ste. 600, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Walnut Park Mid A Sch of Soc Just and Service Lrng (rated 9.0/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Walnut Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Walnut Park Mid B Sci Tech Engr and Math Acad (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Walnut Park), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Charles Drew Middle (rated 7.0/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,211
Median Home Value
$1,000,800
Median Rent
$2,385/mo
Population
25,257
College Educated
47.8%
Homeownership
12.3%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
28.1%
Median Age
32.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alliance College-Ready Middle Academy 8 Los Angeles, CA | 7.9 |
| Camerado Springs Middle Cameron Park, CA | 7.9 |
| STEAM Academy @ Burke Pico Rivera, CA | 7.9 |
| Sunset Bakersfield, CA | 7.9 |
| Willowbrook Middle Compton, CA | 7.9 |
| Alamitos Intermediate Garden Grove, CA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle
What grades does Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle serve?
Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle?
Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle has an enrollment of approximately 443 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle is 23.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle rank in CA?
Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle ranks #1,674 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle a charter school?
Yes, Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle a Title I school?
No, Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle?
95.7% of students at Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 443
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.0%
- Phone
- (323) 565-3280
Resources & Links
District
Animo Florence-Firestone Charter Middle District- District Enrollment
- 443
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,431
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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