Excellent
#1358 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 14% in state
New Los Angeles Charter Elementary
Elementary School · New Los Angeles Charter Elementary District
5421 Obama Rd., Los Angeles, CA 90016
Enrollment
173
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
173
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,358 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#124 of 563
public schools
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About New Los Angeles Charter Elementary
New Los Angeles Charter Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of New Los Angeles Charter Elementary District. New Los Angeles Charter Elementary serves approximately 173 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. New Los Angeles Charter Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,358 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for New Los Angeles Charter Elementary show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 173 students, New Los Angeles Charter Elementary 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.
New Los Angeles Charter Elementary 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.
46% of students at New Los Angeles Charter Elementary 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 Elementary — Students at New Los Angeles Charter Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.5%
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
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How New Los Angeles Charter Elementary Compares
See how New Los Angeles Charter Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5421 Obama Rd., Los Angeles, CA 90016
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Los Angeles Charter Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TURNING POINT SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Culver City), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Stella Elementary Charter Academy (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ECHO HORIZON (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Culver City), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Baldwin Hills Elementary Los Angeles | 0.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Marvin Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| ECHO HORIZON Culver City | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Echo Horizon School Culver City | 0.9 mi | — |
| Play Mountain Place Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | — |
| PLAY MOUNTAIN PLACE Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Cienega Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| THE WILLOWS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Culver City | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Maor Academy Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | — |
| Stella Elementary Charter Academy Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| View Park Continuation Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | — |
| Susan Miller Dorsey Senior High Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Little Sprouts Language Immersion Preschool Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | — |
| Hillcrest Drive Elementary Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| New Los Angeles Charter Los Angeles | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Turning Point School Culver City | 1.2 mi | — |
| TURNING POINT SCHOOL Culver City | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Stella Middle Charter Academy Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Coliseum Street Elementary Los Angeles | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| CITY KIDS LA Los Angeles | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
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
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ballard Elementary Solvang, CA | 8.1 |
| Baypoint Preparatory Academy - San Diego San Marcos, CA | 8.1 |
| Hayward Collegiate Charter Hollister, CA | 8.1 |
| Lexington Elementary Los Gatos, CA | 8.1 |
| Lo-Inyo Elementary Lone Pine, CA | 8.1 |
| Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary East Nicolaus, CA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Los Angeles Charter Elementary
What grades does New Los Angeles Charter Elementary serve?
New Los Angeles Charter Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend New Los Angeles Charter Elementary?
New Los Angeles Charter Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 173 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Los Angeles Charter Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at New Los Angeles Charter Elementary 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 New Los Angeles Charter Elementary rank in CA?
New Los Angeles Charter Elementary ranks #1,358 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is New Los Angeles Charter Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
New Los Angeles Charter Elementary 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 New Los Angeles Charter Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New Los Angeles Charter Elementary has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is New Los Angeles Charter Elementary a charter school?
Yes, New Los Angeles Charter Elementary 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 Elementary a Title I school?
No, New Los Angeles Charter Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Los Angeles Charter Elementary?
77.5% of students at New Los Angeles Charter Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 173
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.7%
- Phone
- (323) 556-9500
Resources & Links
District
New Los Angeles Charter Elementary District- District Enrollment
- 173
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,922
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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