Excellent
#655 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 7% in state
Animo Leadership High
High School · Animo Leadership High District
1149 South Hill St. Ste. 600, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Enrollment
628
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
8.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
628
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
8.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#655 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#70 of 563
public schools
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Animo Leadership High
Animo Leadership High is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Animo Leadership High District. Animo Leadership High serves approximately 628 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Animo Leadership High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #655 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Animo Leadership High show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
What's said publicly about Animo Leadership High
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (2)
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Animo Leadership High runs 20.9:1 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 Leadership High 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 Leadership High — Students at Animo Leadership High score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 8 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: 9.4/10.
How Animo Leadership High Compares
See how Animo Leadership High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1149 South Hill St. Ste. 600, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Animo Leadership High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Hawthorne Math and Science Academy (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Hawthorne), with a very similar rating. Another option is Lennox Mathematics Science and Technology Academy (rated 7.4/10, 0.2 miles away, in nearby Lennox), a more accessible option. Additionally, Morningside High (rated 6.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Inglewood), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Moffett Elementary Lennox | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Lennox Mathematics Science and Technology Academy Lennox | 0.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Dolores Huerta Elementary Lennox | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| York Hawthorne | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Hawthorne | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Worthington TK-6 Elementary Inglewood | 0.7 mi | 3.1 |
| Jefferson Elementary Lennox | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Environmental Charter Middle - Inglewood Inglewood | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| AL-HUDA ISLAMIC SCHOOL Hawthorne | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Hawthorne Math and Science Academy Hawthorne | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Morningside High Inglewood | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Eucalyptus Hawthorne | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Buford Elementary Lennox | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Bennett/Kew P-8 Leadership Academy of Excellence Inglewood | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Lennox Middle Lennox | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Family First Charter Hawthorne | 1.2 mi | 1.3 |
| LAUNCH PAD LEARNING Hawthorne | 1.3 mi | — |
| Century Community Charter Inglewood | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Beulah Payne P-8 STEAM Academy Inglewood | 1.3 mi | 2.8 |
| Washington Hawthorne | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood 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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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Alliance Patti And Peter Neuwirth Leadership Academy Los Angeles, CA | 8.6 |
| Carmel High Carmel, CA | 8.6 |
| Ernest S. McBride Sr. High Long Beach, CA | 8.6 |
| Orange Cove High Orange Cove, CA | 8.6 |
| THE WEBB SCHOOLS Claremont, CA | 8.6 |
| Visalia Charter Independent Study Visalia, CA | 8.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Animo Leadership High
What grades does Animo Leadership High serve?
Animo Leadership High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Animo Leadership High?
Animo Leadership High has an enrollment of approximately 628 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Animo Leadership High?
The student-teacher ratio at Animo Leadership High is 20.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Animo Leadership High rank in CA?
Animo Leadership High ranks #655 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Animo Leadership High's MySchoolScout rating?
Animo Leadership High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Leadership High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Animo Leadership High has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Animo Leadership High a charter school?
Yes, Animo Leadership High is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Animo Leadership High a Title I school?
No, Animo Leadership High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Animo Leadership High?
92.2% of students at Animo Leadership High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 628
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.4%
- Phone
- (310) 216-3277
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Animo Leadership High District- District Enrollment
- 628
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,182
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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