Average
#4821 of 9,539 schools in CA
Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle
Middle School · Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle District
1149 S. Hill Street Ste. 600, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Enrollment
486
Student-Teacher
22.1:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
486
Student-Teacher
22.1:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,821 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#357 of 563
public schools
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle
Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle is a public middle school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle District.
Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle serves approximately 486 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 22.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Animo James B.
Taylor Charter Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,821 of 9,539 schools in CA. Structured state assessment records for Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle runs 22.1:1 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 James B. Taylor 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.
50% of students at Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle — Students at Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle score 22% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.1%
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: 8.6/10.
How Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle Compares
See how Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1149 S. Hill Street Ste. 600, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Edwin Markham Middle (rated 6.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Samuel Gompers Middle (rated 6.5/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle (rated 6.0/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle
What grades does Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle serve?
Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle?
Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle has an enrollment of approximately 486 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle is 22.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle rank in CA?
Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle ranks #4,821 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 James B. Taylor Charter Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle a charter school?
Yes, Animo James B. Taylor 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 James B. Taylor Charter Middle a Title I school?
No, Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle?
96.1% of students at Animo James B. Taylor 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 486
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.6%
- Phone
- (323) 568-8613
Resources & Links
District
Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle District- District Enrollment
- 486
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,432
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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