Below Average
#8539 of 9,539 schools in CA
Equitas Academy #2
Middle School · Equitas Academy #2 District
2723 West 8th St., Los Angeles, CA 90005
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
23.6:1
Score
4.0
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
23.6:1
Score
4.0
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,539 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#539 of 563
public schools
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About Equitas Academy #2
Equitas Academy #2 is a public middle school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Equitas Academy #2 District. Equitas Academy #2 serves approximately 401 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 23.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Equitas Academy #2 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,539 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Equitas Academy #2 show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Equitas Academy #2 runs 23.6:1 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.
Equitas Academy #2 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.
33% of students at Equitas Academy #2 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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Equitas Academy #2 — Students at Equitas Academy #2 score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 16 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.4/10.
How Equitas Academy #2 Compares
See how Equitas Academy #2 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2723 West 8th St., Los Angeles, CA 90005
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Equitas Academy #2 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Young Oak Kim Academy (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rise Kohyang Middle (rated 5.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hoover Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.1 mi | 9.5 |
| Ivy Road School Los Angeles | 0.1 mi | — |
| Equitas Academy 4 Los Angeles | 0.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Rise Kohyang Middle Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Rise Kohyang High Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Rise Kohyang Elementary Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| MacArthur Park Elem Sch for the Visual and Perf Arts Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| PILGRIM SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Harold McAlister High (Opportunity) Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Charles White Elementary Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Pilgrim School Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | — |
| Young Oak Kim Academy Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Leo Politi Elementary Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| NEW COVENANT ACADEMY Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Lafayette Park Primary Center Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Precious Blood Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | — |
| IVY ROAD SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Camino Nuevo Charter Academy #2 Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Camino Nuevo Charter Academy Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90005 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,755
Median Home Value
$1,084,400
Median Rent
$1,648/mo
Population
38,747
College Educated
38%
Homeownership
9%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
24.6%
Median Age
35.4
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Frick United Academy of Language Middle Oakland, CA | 4.0 |
| Catherine L. Zane Middle Eureka, CA | 4.1 |
| Lucille Whitehead Intermediate Waterford, CA | 4.1 |
| Maze Middle Hollister, CA | 4.1 |
| Renaissance at Mathson San Jose, CA | 4.1 |
| San Ysidro Middle San Ysidro, CA | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Equitas Academy #2
What grades does Equitas Academy #2 serve?
Equitas Academy #2 serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Equitas Academy #2?
Equitas Academy #2 has an enrollment of approximately 401 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Equitas Academy #2?
The student-teacher ratio at Equitas Academy #2 is 23.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Equitas Academy #2 rank in CA?
Equitas Academy #2 ranks #8,539 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Equitas Academy #2's MySchoolScout rating?
Equitas Academy #2 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Equitas Academy #2?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Equitas Academy #2 has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Equitas Academy #2 a charter school?
Yes, Equitas Academy #2 is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Equitas Academy #2 a Title I school?
No, Equitas Academy #2 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Equitas Academy #2?
91.8% of students at Equitas Academy #2 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 401
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.9%
- Phone
- (213) 201-5940
Resources & Links
District
Equitas Academy #2 District- District Enrollment
- 401
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,242
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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