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Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle

Middle School · Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle District

2670 West 11th St., Los Angeles, CA 90035

Charter

Enrollment

276

Student-Teacher

18.4:1

Score

7.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#2,427 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#204 of 563

public schools

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle

7.5/10

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

Berendo Middle

6.7/10

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7.1/10

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About Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle

Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle is a public middle school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle District. Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle serves approximately 276 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,427 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

How it compares1.0 pts above CA schools
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle 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 Progress9.6Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+0.3 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2024
TrendStable
Academics4.1Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-25.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.7 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-5.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,635
Chronic Absenteeism27.2%

Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle — Students at Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 10.0% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
33.9% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 25.4% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
46.6% (2024 CAASPP)

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2018
Math
11%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
11%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
10.3%
ELA
24%
2024
Math
9.4%
ELA
27.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.

How Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle Compares

See how Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
75th percentile in CA
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.2%

Location

2670 West 11th St., Los Angeles, CA 90035

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hoover Street Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Camino Nuevo Elementary #3 (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Vista Horizon Global Academy (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Berendo Middle Los Angeles 0.1 mi 6.7
Mariposa-Nabi Primary Center Los Angeles 0.4 mi 7.1
Loyola High School of Los Angeles Los Angeles 0.5 mi
Everyday Ibaadah Academy Los Angeles 0.4 mi
Leo Politi Elementary Los Angeles 0.4 mi 5.5
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.5 mi 4.7
New Open World Academy K-12 Los Angeles 0.6 mi 6.4
Ambassador School-Global Education Los Angeles 0.6 mi 5.0
Magnolia Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.6 mi 7.1
Los Angeles High School of the Arts Los Angeles 0.7 mi 7.5
School for the Visual Arts and Humanities Los Angeles 0.7 mi 7.5
Ambassador-Global Leadership Los Angeles 0.7 mi 6.3
BISHOP CONATY-OUR LADY OF LORETTO HIGH SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.6 mi 4.8
Ivy Road School Los Angeles 0.6 mi
UCLA Community K-12 Los Angeles 0.7 mi 6.5
Bishop Conaty–Our Lady of Loretto High School Los Angeles 0.6 mi
Hoover Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 9.5
Camino Nuevo Elementary #3 Los Angeles 0.8 mi 7.9
Vista Horizon Global Academy Los Angeles 0.7 mi 7.9
Hobart Boulevard Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90035 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,224

Median Home Value

$1,844,000

Median Rent

$2,486/mo

Population

27,851

College Educated

68%

Homeownership

30.6%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

36.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle

What grades does Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle serve?

Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle?

Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle has an enrollment of approximately 276 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle rank in CA?

Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle ranks #2,427 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

Is Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle a charter school?

Yes, Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle a Title I school?

No, Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle?

90.6% of students at Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle 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
93 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
68 Good Transit
Bike Score
66 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
276
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.2%

District

Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle District
District Enrollment
276
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,635
District Rank
#1 of 1

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