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#5007 of 9,539 schools in CA
New Designs Charter School-watts
High School · New Designs Charter School-Watts District
12714 South Avalon Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90061
Enrollment
239
Student-Teacher
34.1:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
239
Student-Teacher
34.1:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,007 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#368 of 563
public schools
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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New Designs Charter School-watts
High School in Los Angeles · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About New Designs Charter School-watts
New Designs Charter School-watts is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of New Designs Charter School-Watts District. New Designs Charter School-watts serves approximately 239 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 34.1:1 student-teacher ratio. New Designs Charter School-watts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #5,007 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for New Designs Charter School-watts show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
New Designs Charter School-watts runs 34.1:1 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.
New Designs Charter School-watts 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
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New Designs Charter School-watts — Students at New Designs Charter School-watts score 22% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 20 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.
How New Designs Charter School-watts Compares
See how New Designs Charter School-watts performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
12714 South Avalon Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90061
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Designs Charter School-watts may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Animo Watts College Preparatory Academy (rated 7.7/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Benjamin Banneker Career and Transition Center (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Centennial High (rated 6.8/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Compton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90061 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,114
Median Home Value
$576,400
Median Rent
$1,498/mo
Population
28,478
College Educated
12.3%
Homeownership
36.9%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
24%
Median Age
32.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Designs Charter School-watts
What grades does New Designs Charter School-watts serve?
New Designs Charter School-watts serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend New Designs Charter School-watts?
New Designs Charter School-watts has an enrollment of approximately 239 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Designs Charter School-watts?
The student-teacher ratio at New Designs Charter School-watts is 34.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New Designs Charter School-watts rank in CA?
New Designs Charter School-watts ranks #5,007 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is New Designs Charter School-watts's MySchoolScout rating?
New Designs Charter School-watts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 New Designs Charter School-watts?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New Designs Charter School-watts has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is New Designs Charter School-watts a charter school?
Yes, New Designs Charter School-watts is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is New Designs Charter School-watts a Title I school?
No, New Designs Charter School-watts is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Designs Charter School-watts?
95.4% of students at New Designs Charter School-watts 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 239
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 34.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 1.7%
- Phone
- (323) 418-0600
- 4-Year Graduation
- 74.5%
Resources & Links
District
New Designs Charter School-Watts District- District Enrollment
- 239
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,980
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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