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Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle

Middle School · Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle District

1149 South Hill St. Ste. 600, Los Angeles, CA 90015

Charter

Enrollment

410

Student-Teacher

20.5:1

Score

5.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#7,202 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#485 of 563

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Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle

5.0/10

Middle School in Los Angeles · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.7/10

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About Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle

Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle is a public middle school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle District. Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle serves approximately 410 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 20.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,202 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

How it compares1.5 pts below CA schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle runs 20.5:1 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 Mae Jemison 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.

46% of students at Animo Mae Jemison 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-1.98 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10.8% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.6% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-23.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.3 pts
Overall Proficiency20% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-1.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment6.5Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,561
Chronic Absenteeism45.9%

Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle — Students at Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

92.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 14.0% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
33.9% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 30.9% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
46.6% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 14 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2018
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
10.5%
ELA
25.5%
2024
Math
11%
ELA
29.1%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.2/10.

How Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle Compares

See how Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
25th percentile in CA
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
6.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
93%
Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
45.9%

Location

1149 South Hill St. Ste. 600, Los Angeles, CA 90015

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Samuel Gompers Middle (rated 6.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle (rated 6.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Ingenium Clarion Charter Middle (rated 5.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Animo Watts College Preparatory Academy Los Angeles 0.0 mi 7.7
New Designs Charter School-Watts Los Angeles 0.0 mi 6.2
Los Angeles Adventist Academy Los Angeles 0.3 mi
LOS ANGELES ADVENTIST ACADEMY Los Angeles 0.3 mi 5.4
One Hundred Twenty-Second Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.3 mi 6.7
Barack Obama Charter Los Angeles 0.6 mi 4.0
Ingenium Clarion Charter Middle Los Angeles 0.6 mi 5.6
Animo Compton Charter Los Angeles 0.6 mi 5.5
Centennial High Compton 0.6 mi 6.8
One Hundred Sixteenth Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 5.5
One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 4.9
Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle Los Angeles 0.9 mi 6.0
Avalon Gardens Elementary Los Angeles 0.9 mi 5.2
Benjamin Banneker Career and Transition Center Los Angeles 1.0 mi 7.7
KIPP Compton Community Compton 0.9 mi 2.5
Carver Elementary Los Angeles 0.9 mi 5.1
Ronald E. McNair Elementary Compton 0.9 mi 5.8
University Pathways Medical Magnet Academy Los Angeles 1.1 mi 4.9
Samuel Gompers Middle Los Angeles 1.1 mi 6.5
McKinley Elementary Compton 1.2 mi 7.9

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle

What grades does Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle serve?

Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle?

Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle has an enrollment of approximately 410 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle is 20.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle rank in CA?

Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle ranks #7,202 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Mae Jemison Charter Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

Is Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle a charter school?

Yes, Animo Mae Jemison 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 Mae Jemison Charter Middle a Title I school?

No, Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle?

92.9% of students at Animo Mae Jemison 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
75 Very Walkable
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
92.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
45.9%

District

Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle District
District Enrollment
410
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,561
District Rank
#1 of 1

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