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#4636 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 49% in state

Bert Corona Charter

Middle School · Bert Corona Charter District

9400 Remick Ave., Pacoima, CA 91331

Charter

Enrollment

349

Student-Teacher

24.9:1

Score

6.4

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,636 of 9,539

In Pacoima

#8 of 11

public schools

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Bert Corona Charter

6.4/10

Middle School in Pacoima · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.7/10

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8.9/10

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About Bert Corona Charter

Bert Corona Charter is a public middle school in Pacoima, CA, part of Bert Corona Charter District. Bert Corona Charter serves approximately 349 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 24.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Bert Corona Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,636 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Bert Corona Charter show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

How it comparesOn par with CA schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Bert Corona Charter sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Bert Corona Charter runs 24.9:1 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.

Bert Corona Charter 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data4
Annual Change+0.54 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2024
TrendStable
Academics3.4Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency8.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-26.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21.8 pts
Overall Proficiency16% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-10.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
Resources & Environment5.2Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio24.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,145
Chronic Absenteeism30.7%

Bert Corona Charter — Students at Bert Corona Charter score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

85.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 9.8% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
33.9% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 21.8% (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

→ Stable

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

2018
Math
11%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
11%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
13.6%
ELA
23.1%
2024
Math
8.3%
ELA
23.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.

How Bert Corona Charter Compares

See how Bert Corona Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
51th percentile in CA
Academic
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
5.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
85%
Teaching Staff
25:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.7%

Location

9400 Remick Ave., Pacoima, CA 91331

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bert Corona Charter may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Pacoima Middle (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Richard E. Byrd Middle (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Sun Valley), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pacoima, see our Pacoima schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Montague Charter Academy Pacoima 0.2 mi 5.7
Vena Avenue Elementary Arleta 0.2 mi 8.9
Pacoima Middle Pacoima 0.8 mi 7.9
Haddon Avenue Elementary Pacoima 0.9 mi 5.1
Canterbury Avenue Elementary Arleta 1.0 mi 7.7
Richard E. Byrd Middle Sun Valley 1.3 mi 7.0
Virtual Academy of International Studies/Humanities Sun Valley 1.3 mi
Robert H. Lewis Continuation Sun Valley 1.2 mi 5.2
Valley Oaks Center for Enriched Studies Sun Valley 1.2 mi 4.9
Sharp Avenue Elementary Arleta 1.2 mi 5.3
John H. Francis Polytechnic Sun Valley 1.4 mi 6.6
Grace Academy PSP Sun Valley 1.4 mi
Alliance Marine - Innovation and Technology 6-12 Complex Sun Valley 1.3 mi 6.9
Valor Academy Elementary Los Angeles 1.4 mi 8.7
Fernangeles Elementary Sun Valley 1.4 mi 5.4
Beachy Avenue Elementary Arleta 1.4 mi 6.7
Mary Immaculate Elementary School Pacoima 1.6 mi
MARY IMMACULATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pacoima 1.6 mi 6.3
GUARDIAN ANGEL ELEMENTARY Pacoima 1.9 mi 4.4
Guardian Angel Catholic School Pacoima 1.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91331 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,025

Median Home Value

$609,300

Median Rent

$1,818/mo

Population

98,820

College Educated

11.2%

Homeownership

62.8%

Avg Commute

30.3 min

Poverty Rate

16.9%

Median Age

34.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bert Corona Charter

What grades does Bert Corona Charter serve?

Bert Corona Charter serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Bert Corona Charter?

Bert Corona Charter has an enrollment of approximately 349 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bert Corona Charter?

The student-teacher ratio at Bert Corona Charter is 24.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bert Corona Charter rank in CA?

Bert Corona Charter ranks #4,636 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Bert Corona Charter's MySchoolScout rating?

Bert Corona Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Bert Corona Charter?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bert Corona Charter has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

Is Bert Corona Charter a charter school?

Yes, Bert Corona Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Bert Corona Charter a Title I school?

No, Bert Corona Charter is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bert Corona Charter?

85.1% of students at Bert Corona Charter 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
65 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
349
Student-Teacher Ratio
24.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Free/Reduced Lunch
85.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.7%

District

Bert Corona Charter District
District Enrollment
349
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,145
District Rank
#1 of 1

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