Needs Improvement
#8904 of 9,539 schools in CA
Equitas Academy #3 Charter
Elementary School · Equitas Academy #3 Charter District
1050 Beacon Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90015
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
26.3:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
26.3:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,904 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#549 of 563
public schools
Equity
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Equitas Academy #3 Charter
Elementary School in Los Angeles · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Equitas Academy #3 Charter
Equitas Academy #3 Charter is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Equitas Academy #3 Charter District. Equitas Academy #3 Charter serves approximately 421 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 26.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Equitas Academy #3 Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #8,904 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Equitas Academy #3 Charter show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Equitas Academy #3 Charter runs 26.3:1 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 #3 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.
37% of students at Equitas Academy #3 Charter 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 #3 Charter — Students at Equitas Academy #3 Charter score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 12 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: 1.1/10.
How Equitas Academy #3 Charter Compares
See how Equitas Academy #3 Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1050 Beacon Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Equitas Academy #3 Charter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hoover Street Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Equitas Academy 6 (rated 7.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Olympic Primary Center (rated 7.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tenth Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Equitas Academy 6 Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Equitas Academy 5 Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Equitas Academy Charter Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| University Preparatory Value High Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Olympic Primary Center Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Immaculate Conception Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | — |
| Esperanza Elementary Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Camino Nuevo Charter Academy Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| John H. Liechty Middle Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| MacArthur Park Elem Sch for the Visual and Perf Arts Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Leo Politi Elementary Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Downtown Value Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Equitas Academy 4 Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Alliance Dr. Olga Mohan High Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Hoover Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 9.5 |
| Charles White Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Magnolia Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Equitas Academy #2 Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
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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|---|---|
| Anaverde Hills Palmdale, CA | 3.6 |
| Bernard L. Hughes Elementary Modesto, CA | 3.6 |
| Buena Vista Elementary Palmdale, CA | 3.6 |
| Cordova Meadows Elementary Rancho Cordova, CA | 3.6 |
| Elihu Beard Elementary Modesto, CA | 3.6 |
| Esparto Elementary Esparto, CA | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Equitas Academy #3 Charter
What grades does Equitas Academy #3 Charter serve?
Equitas Academy #3 Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Equitas Academy #3 Charter?
Equitas Academy #3 Charter has an enrollment of approximately 421 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Equitas Academy #3 Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Equitas Academy #3 Charter is 26.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Equitas Academy #3 Charter rank in CA?
Equitas Academy #3 Charter ranks #8,904 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Equitas Academy #3 Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Equitas Academy #3 Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 #3 Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Equitas Academy #3 Charter has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Equitas Academy #3 Charter a charter school?
Yes, Equitas Academy #3 Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Equitas Academy #3 Charter a Title I school?
No, Equitas Academy #3 Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Equitas Academy #3 Charter?
93.3% of students at Equitas Academy #3 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 421
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.8%
- Phone
- (213) 204-0344
Resources & Links
District
Equitas Academy #3 Charter District- District Enrollment
- 421
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,233
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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