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#1417 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 15% in state

George Ellery Hale Charter Academy

Middle School · Los Angeles Unified

23830 Califa St., Woodland Hills, CA 91367

Charter

Enrollment

1,776

Student-Teacher

24.3:1

Score

8.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#1,417 of 9,539

In Woodland Hills

#5 of 13

public schools

In district

#159 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

Academic growth

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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George Ellery Hale Charter Academy

8.1/10

Middle School in Woodland Hills · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Lockhurst Drive Charter Elementary

8.7/10

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About George Ellery Hale Charter Academy

George Ellery Hale Charter Academy is a public middle school in Woodland Hills, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. George Ellery Hale Charter Academy serves approximately 1,776 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 24.3:1 student-teacher ratio. George Ellery Hale Charter Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,417 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for George Ellery Hale Charter Academy show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.4
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

George Ellery Hale Charter Academy runs 24.3:1 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.

George Ellery Hale Charter Academy 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 Progress8.5Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.57 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.3Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+16.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+15.3 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+5.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio24.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism23%

George Ellery Hale Charter Academy — Students at George Ellery Hale Charter Academy score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 56.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
33.9% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 64.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.6% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
61%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
69%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
69%
2022
Math
47.4%
ELA
61.7%
2024
Math
51%
ELA
61.2%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.

How George Ellery Hale Charter Academy Compares

See how George Ellery Hale Charter Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
85th percentile in CA
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
24:1 student-teacher ratio
73 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

23830 Califa St., Woodland Hills, CA 91367

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering George Ellery Hale Charter Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Welby Way Charter Elem Sch And Gifted-High Ability Magnet (rated 9.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby West Hills), which scores notably higher. Another option is Calabash Charter Academy (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lockhurst Drive Charter Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Woodland Hills, see our Woodland Hills schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Lockhurst Drive Charter Elementary Woodland Hills 0.4 mi 8.7
El Camino Real Charter High Woodland Hills 0.6 mi 6.7
St. Bernardine of Siena School Woodland Hills 0.7 mi
ST BERNARDINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Woodland Hills 0.7 mi 6.0
Woodlake Elementary Community Charter Woodland Hills 0.7 mi 7.2
Haynes Charter For Enriched Studies West Hills 0.9 mi 7.3
Welby Way Charter Elem Sch And Gifted-High Ability Magnet West Hills 1.1 mi 9.2
HILL POINT MONTESSORI PREPARATORY SCHOOL West Hills 1.1 mi 6.9
Hill Point Montessori Preparatory School West Hills 1.1 mi
BOULEVARD SCHOOL Woodland Hills 1.1 mi
Calabash Charter Academy Woodland Hills 1.6 mi 8.8
WOODLAND HILLS PRIVATE SCHOOL - OXNARD Woodland Hills 1.6 mi 6.6
Woodland Hills Private School Woodland Hills 1.6 mi
Hamlin Charter Academy West Hills 1.7 mi 5.2
Enadia Way Technology Charter West Hills 1.9 mi 7.2
DE TOLDEO HIGH SCHOOL West Hills 1.8 mi 7.1
de Toledo High School West Hills 1.8 mi
Chaminade College Preparatory West Hills 2.1 mi
STARS Academy West Hills 2.1 mi
Ivy Academia Woodland Hills 1.7 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91367 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,629

Median Home Value

$1,005,900

Median Rent

$2,674/mo

Population

45,427

College Educated

57.9%

Homeownership

47.8%

Avg Commute

31.3 min

Poverty Rate

10.9%

Median Age

39.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about George Ellery Hale Charter Academy

What grades does George Ellery Hale Charter Academy serve?

George Ellery Hale Charter Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend George Ellery Hale Charter Academy?

George Ellery Hale Charter Academy has an enrollment of approximately 1,776 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at George Ellery Hale Charter Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at George Ellery Hale Charter Academy is 24.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does George Ellery Hale Charter Academy rank in CA?

George Ellery Hale Charter Academy ranks #1,417 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is George Ellery Hale Charter Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

George Ellery Hale Charter Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 George Ellery Hale Charter Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, George Ellery Hale Charter Academy has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is George Ellery Hale Charter Academy a charter school?

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

Is George Ellery Hale Charter Academy a Title I school?

No, George Ellery Hale Charter Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George Ellery Hale Charter Academy?

42.8% of students at George Ellery Hale Charter Academy 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
27 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,776
Student-Teacher Ratio
24.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
73
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.0%

District

Los Angeles Unified
District Enrollment
419,929
Schools in District
785
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,687
District Rank
#159 of 769

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