Very Good
#2218 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 23% in state
New West Charter
High School · New West Charter District
1905 Armacost Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90025
Enrollment
998
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
7.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
998
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
7.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,218 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#190 of 563
public schools
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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New West Charter
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About New West Charter
New West Charter is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of New West Charter District. New West Charter serves approximately 998 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. New West Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,218 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for New West Charter show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
New West 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.
Score Breakdown
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New West Charter — Students at New West Charter score 57% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
19.8%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.2/10.
How New West Charter Compares
See how New West Charter 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
1905 Armacost Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90025
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New West Charter may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Edison Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Santa Monica), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brockton Avenue Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, NEW HORIZON SCHOOL WESTSIDE (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,627
Median Home Value
$1,081,400
Median Rent
$2,465/mo
Population
45,238
College Educated
69.6%
Homeownership
23.8%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
34.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New West Charter
What grades does New West Charter serve?
New West Charter serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend New West Charter?
New West Charter has an enrollment of approximately 998 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New West Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at New West Charter is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New West Charter rank in CA?
New West Charter ranks #2,218 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is New West Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
New West Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 West Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New West Charter has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is New West Charter a charter school?
Yes, New West Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is New West Charter a Title I school?
No, New West Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New West Charter?
19.8% of students at New West 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 998
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.3%
- Phone
- (310) 943-5444
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
New West Charter District- District Enrollment
- 998
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,287
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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