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#260 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 3% in state

Learning by Design Charter

Elementary School · Learning by Design Charter District

10736 Jefferson Blvd. Ste. 119, Los Angeles, CA 90230

Charter

Enrollment

115

Student-Teacher

19.2:1

Score

9.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#260 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#26 of 563

public schools

Academic growth

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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9.0/10

Elementary School in Los Angeles · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Learning by Design Charter

Learning by Design Charter is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Learning by Design Charter District. Learning by Design Charter serves approximately 115 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Learning by Design Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #260 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Learning by Design Charter show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

What's said publicly about Learning by Design Charter

Sources: School's website

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026. Reviewed for accuracy.

Learning by Design Charter is an elementary school located in South Los Angeles, specifically in the Hyde Park neighborhood. The school was established in the fall of 2018 and currently enrolls students in grades TK-5 1 . It operates as a public charter school, meaning enrollment is open to any resident of the state of California 1 . The school's educational philosophy emphasizes embracing all types of learning, respecting individual student needs, and empowering students to question conventional thinking 1 . In terms of community engagement, students from Learning by Design won a design competition led by Michelle Young for Hippy Socks; their designs were produced into socks, with 50% of sales proceeds donated to support the unhoused community 1 . The school provides compliance information, including Local Control and Accountability Plans (LCAP) for the 2024-25 and 2025-26 academic years, as well as board meeting agendas and minutes 1 .
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How it compares2.8 pts above CA schools
  • This school 9.0 · Excellent
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 115 students, Learning by Design Charter is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Learning by Design 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.

48% of students at Learning by Design 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress10.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+3.46 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2024
TrendImproving
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+10.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.6 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+10.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,064
Chronic Absenteeism47.8%

Learning by Design Charter — Students at Learning by Design Charter score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 43.2% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 35.2% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 14 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2018
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
13.8%
ELA
19.9%
2024
Math
59.7%
ELA
44.2%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 10.0/10.

How Learning by Design Charter Compares

See how Learning by Design Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.0/10
97th percentile in CA
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
10.0/10
Excellent
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
6 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.8%

Location

10736 Jefferson Blvd. Ste. 119, Los Angeles, CA 90230

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Learning by Design Charter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Crete Academy (rated 6.2/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is ISLAH ACADEMY (rated 5.6/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Fifty-Ninth Street Elementary (rated 5.4/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
BUCKNER EDUCATIONAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Los Angeles 0.1 mi 4.6
Buckner Educational Christian Academy Los Angeles 0.1 mi
Seventy-Fourth Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.3 mi 4.7
Bright Scholars Christian Academy, Inc. Los Angeles 0.3 mi
Horace Mann UCLA Community Los Angeles 0.4 mi 6.5
CLEOPHAS OLIVER LEARNING ACADEMY Los Angeles 0.4 mi
Cleophas Oliver Learning Academy Los Angeles 0.4 mi
Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy Los Angeles 0.4 mi 6.4
Alliance Renee and Meyer Luskin Academy High Los Angeles 0.4 mi 7.6
Rise Again Christian School Los Angeles 0.5 mi
Fifty-Ninth Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 5.4
Friends Academy Inc. Los Angeles 0.6 mi
YES Academy Los Angeles 0.7 mi 3.9
MINDS N MOTION LEARNING CENTER Los Angeles 1.0 mi
Marcus Garvey School Los Angeles 1.0 mi
ISLAH ACADEMY Los Angeles 1.0 mi 5.6
Islah Academy Los Angeles 1.0 mi
Crete Academy Los Angeles 1.0 mi 6.2
Phanes Los Angeles 1.0 mi
BUCKNER EDUCATIONAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY II Los Angeles 1.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90230 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$106,827

Median Home Value

$1,025,200

Median Rent

$2,423/mo

Population

31,570

College Educated

58.5%

Homeownership

57.2%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

9.6%

Median Age

40.6

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DREAM Academy Lakeside, CA 9.0
Sierra Vista Elementary Los Angeles, CA 9.0
Burnt Ranch Elementary Burnt Ranch, CA 9.1
Glen Alta Elementary Los Angeles, CA 9.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Learning by Design Charter

What grades does Learning by Design Charter serve?

Learning by Design Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Learning by Design Charter?

Learning by Design Charter has an enrollment of approximately 115 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Learning by Design Charter?

The student-teacher ratio at Learning by Design Charter is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Learning by Design Charter rank in CA?

Learning by Design Charter ranks #260 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Learning by Design Charter's MySchoolScout rating?

Learning by Design Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Learning by Design Charter?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Learning by Design Charter has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

Is Learning by Design Charter a charter school?

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

Is Learning by Design Charter a Title I school?

No, Learning by Design Charter is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Learning by Design Charter?

63.5% of students at Learning by Design 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
75 Very Walkable
Transit Score
52 Good Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Learning by Design Charter stack up?

Sierra Vista Elementary
9.0
Third Street Elementary
9.3
Charles H. Kim Elementary
8.5
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
115
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.8%

District

Learning by Design Charter District
District Enrollment
115
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,064
District Rank
#1 of 1

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