Excellent
#1064 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 11% in state
Animo Venice Charter High
High School · Animo Venice Charter High District
1149 South Hill St. Ste. 600, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
8.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
8.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,064 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#104 of 563
public schools
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Animo Venice Charter High
Animo Venice Charter High is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Animo Venice Charter High District. Animo Venice Charter High serves approximately 373 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Animo Venice Charter High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,064 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Animo Venice Charter High show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Animo Venice Charter 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.
36% of students at Animo Venice Charter High 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 Venice Charter High — Students at Animo Venice Charter High score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.3%
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: 9.3/10.
How Animo Venice Charter High Compares
See how Animo Venice Charter 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 Venice Charter High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Venice Senior High (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Phoenix Continuation (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Olympic High (Continuation) (rated 4.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Santa Monica), 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Broadway Elementary Venice | 0.1 mi | 9.6 |
| ECOLE CLAIREFONTAINE Venice | 0.5 mi | — |
| ACTON ACADEMY VENICE BEACH Venice | 0.5 mi | — |
| Acton Academy Venice Beach Venice | 0.5 mi | — |
| Westminster Avenue Elementary Venice | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Coeur D'Alene Avenue Elementary Venice | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| St. Mark School Venice | 0.7 mi | — |
| ST MARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Venice | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Walgrove Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Mark Twain Middle Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Westside Global Awareness Magnet Marina Del Rey | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Olympic High (Continuation) Santa Monica | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Will Rogers Elementary Santa Monica | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| John Adams Middle Santa Monica | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| SmartStart Developmental Learning Center Santa Monica | 1.2 mi | — |
| SmartStart Academy Santa Monica | 1.2 mi | — |
| Venice Senior High Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Santa Monica Alternative (K-8) Santa Monica | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| Beethoven Street Elementary Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Phoenix Continuation Los Angeles | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
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 Venice Charter High
What grades does Animo Venice Charter High serve?
Animo Venice Charter High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Animo Venice Charter High?
Animo Venice Charter High has an enrollment of approximately 373 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Animo Venice Charter High?
The student-teacher ratio at Animo Venice Charter High is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Animo Venice Charter High rank in CA?
Animo Venice Charter High ranks #1,064 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Animo Venice Charter High's MySchoolScout rating?
Animo Venice Charter High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Venice Charter High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Animo Venice Charter High has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Animo Venice Charter High a charter school?
Yes, Animo Venice Charter High is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Animo Venice Charter High a Title I school?
No, Animo Venice Charter High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Animo Venice Charter High?
90.3% of students at Animo Venice Charter 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
- 373
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.7%
- Phone
- (310) 392-8751
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Animo Venice Charter High District- District Enrollment
- 373
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,920
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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