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#5026 of 9,539 schools in CA
Environmental Charter High - Gardena
High School · Environmental Charter High - Gardena District
2818 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Gardena, CA 90249
Enrollment
339
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
339
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,026 of 9,539
In Gardena
#11 of 16
public schools
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Environmental Charter High - Gardena
High School in Gardena · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Environmental Charter High - Gardena
Environmental Charter High - Gardena is a public high school in Gardena, CA, part of Environmental Charter High - Gardena District. Environmental Charter High - Gardena serves approximately 339 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Environmental Charter High - Gardena has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #5,026 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Environmental Charter High - Gardena show 16% math proficiency (2024 CAASPP) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 CAASPP).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Environmental Charter High - Gardena 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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Environmental Charter High - Gardena — Students at Environmental Charter High - Gardena score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 4 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
How Environmental Charter High - Gardena Compares
See how Environmental Charter High - Gardena 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
2818 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Gardena, CA 90249
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Environmental Charter High - Gardena may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Renaissance County Community (rated 5.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Hawthorne), with a comparable rating. Additionally, JUNIPERO SERRA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.4/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Gardena, see our Gardena schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LIMAI ACADEMY Gardena | 0.0 mi | — |
| One Hundred Fifty-Sixth Street Elementary Gardena | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Lincoln Elementary Torrance | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Evelyn Carr Elementary Torrance | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| F. D. Roosevelt Elementary Lawndale | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| JUNIPERO SERRA HIGH SCHOOL Gardena | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Lawndale | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Casimir Middle Torrance | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Renaissance County Community Hawthorne | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Chapman Elementary Gardena | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| ST CATHERINE LABOURE SCHOOL Torrance | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| St. Catherine Laboure Elementary Torrance | 1.1 mi | — |
| Arlington Elementary Torrance | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Will Rogers Middle Lawndale | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Yukon Elementary Torrance | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Denker Avenue Elementary Gardena | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Bud Carson Middle Hawthorne | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| One Hundred Fifty-Third Street Elementary Gardena | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| William Anderson Elementary Lawndale | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| MARIA REGINA Gardena | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90249 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,921
Median Home Value
$709,900
Median Rent
$1,705/mo
Population
25,967
College Educated
25.7%
Homeownership
58.4%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
40.4
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| B. Roberto Cruz Leadership Academy San Jose, CA | 6.2 |
| Carter G. Woodson Public Charter Fresno, CA | 6.2 |
| DREW SCHOOL San Francisco, CA | 6.2 |
| East Nicolaus High Nicolaus, CA | 6.2 |
| GRACE BRETHREN JR SR HIGH SCHOOL Simi Valley, CA | 6.2 |
| New Designs Charter School-Watts Los Angeles, CA | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Environmental Charter High - Gardena
What grades does Environmental Charter High - Gardena serve?
Environmental Charter High - Gardena serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Environmental Charter High - Gardena?
Environmental Charter High - Gardena has an enrollment of approximately 339 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Environmental Charter High - Gardena?
The student-teacher ratio at Environmental Charter High - Gardena is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Environmental Charter High - Gardena rank in CA?
Environmental Charter High - Gardena ranks #5,026 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Environmental Charter High - Gardena's MySchoolScout rating?
Environmental Charter High - Gardena has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Environmental Charter High - Gardena?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Environmental Charter High - Gardena has 16% math proficiency (2024 CAASPP) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 CAASPP).
Is Environmental Charter High - Gardena a charter school?
Yes, Environmental Charter High - Gardena is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Environmental Charter High - Gardena a Title I school?
No, Environmental Charter High - Gardena is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Environmental Charter High - Gardena?
86.1% of students at Environmental Charter High - Gardena 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
- 339
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.7%
- Phone
- (310) 214-3408
Resources & Links
District
Environmental Charter High - Gardena District- District Enrollment
- 339
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,312
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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