Very Good
#3045 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 32% in state
New Los Angeles Charter
Middle School · New Los Angeles Charter District
1919 South Burnside Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90016
Enrollment
325
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
325
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,045 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#247 of 563
public schools
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About New Los Angeles Charter
New Los Angeles Charter is a public middle school in Los Angeles, CA, part of New Los Angeles Charter District. New Los Angeles Charter serves approximately 325 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 23.2:1 student-teacher ratio. New Los Angeles Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,045 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for New Los Angeles Charter show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
New Los Angeles Charter runs 23.2:1 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 Los Angeles 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.
32% of students at New Los Angeles 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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New Los Angeles Charter — Students at New Los Angeles Charter score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 14 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How New Los Angeles Charter Compares
See how New Los Angeles Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1919 South Burnside Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90016
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Los Angeles Charter may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Stella Elementary Charter Academy (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Los Angeles Center for Enriched Studies (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Marvin Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CITY KIDS LA Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| CITY KIDS LA Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Maor Academy Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | — |
| Saturn Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Marvin Elementary Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| HOLY SPIRIT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Cienega Elementary Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| TAYLOR TOT PLAYHOUSE Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | — |
| Stella Elementary Charter Academy Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| REJOYCE IN JESUS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | — |
| ReJOYce In Jesus Christian School Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | — |
| Red Star Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | — |
| Los Angeles Center for Enriched Studies Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| MACHON LOS ANGELES Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Machon Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | — |
| ROENNE'S SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | — |
| Crescent Heights Boulevard Elementary Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| MESIVTA BIRKAS YITZCHOK Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | — |
| MESIVTA BIRKAS YITZCHOK Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| YESHIVA GEDOLAH OF LOS ANGELES Los Angeles | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,067
Median Home Value
$919,800
Median Rent
$1,729/mo
Population
46,102
College Educated
31.9%
Homeownership
35.4%
Avg Commute
33.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.5%
Median Age
35.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Los Angeles Charter
What grades does New Los Angeles Charter serve?
New Los Angeles Charter serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend New Los Angeles Charter?
New Los Angeles Charter has an enrollment of approximately 325 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Los Angeles Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at New Los Angeles Charter is 23.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New Los Angeles Charter rank in CA?
New Los Angeles Charter ranks #3,045 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is New Los Angeles Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
New Los Angeles Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Los Angeles Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New Los Angeles Charter has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is New Los Angeles Charter a charter school?
Yes, New Los Angeles Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is New Los Angeles Charter a Title I school?
No, New Los Angeles Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Los Angeles Charter?
78.8% of students at New Los Angeles 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 325
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.7%
- Phone
- (323) 939-6400
Resources & Links
District
New Los Angeles Charter District- District Enrollment
- 325
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,234
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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