Excellent
#24 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 1% in state
Para Los Ninos Charter
Elementary School · Para Los Ninos Charter District
1617 East Seventh St., Los Angeles, CA 90021
Enrollment
236
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
236
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#24 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#5 of 563
public schools
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Para Los Ninos Charter
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About Para Los Ninos Charter
Para Los Ninos Charter is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Para Los Ninos Charter District. Para Los Ninos Charter serves approximately 236 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Para Los Ninos Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #24 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Para Los Ninos Charter show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
What's said publicly about Para Los Ninos Charter
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
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- This school 9.5 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Para Los Ninos 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.
31% of students at Para Los Ninos 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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Para Los Ninos Charter — Students at Para Los Ninos Charter score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.2%
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: 10.0/10.
How Para Los Ninos Charter Compares
See how Para Los Ninos Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1617 East Seventh St., Los Angeles, CA 90021
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Para Los Ninos Charter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Puente Charter (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is KIPP Endeavor College Preparatory Charter (rated 7.9/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Soto Street Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan Continuation Los Angeles | 0.2 mi | 3.9 |
| CDS Secondary Los Angeles | 0.2 mi | — |
| Ninth Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Para Los Ninos Middle Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| LUMBINI CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | — |
| NISHI HONGWANJI CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | — |
| St. Turibius Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | — |
| ST TURIBIUS SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez High Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Central High Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Tri-C Community Day Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Dolores Mission School Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | — |
| DOLORES MISSION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Bridge Academy Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | — |
| Puente Charter Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| KIPP Promesa Prep Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| KIPP Endeavor College Preparatory Charter Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Utah Street Elementary Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Soto Street Elementary Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Bishop Mora Salesian High School Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,250
Median Home Value
$1,075,800
Median Rent
$984/mo
Population
3,152
College Educated
20.2%
Homeownership
6.9%
Poverty Rate
43.4%
Median Age
39.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Douglas City Elementary Douglas City, CA | 9.5 |
| Pine Elementary Holtville, CA | 9.5 |
| Beach Elementary Piedmont, CA | 9.6 |
| Brisbane Elementary Brisbane, CA | 9.4 |
| Emerson Elementary Berkeley, CA | 9.4 |
| John Muir Elementary Berkeley, CA | 9.4 |
Compare Para Los Ninos Charter with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
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- ComparePara Los Ninos Charter vs Third Street ElementaryLos Angeles, CA Peer score 9.3/10 -0.2 vs Para Los Ninos Charter
- ComparePara Los Ninos Charter vs Charles H. Kim ElementaryLos Angeles, CA Peer score 8.5/10 -1.0 vs Para Los Ninos Charter
- ComparePara Los Ninos Charter vs Canfield Avenue ElementaryLos Angeles, CA Peer score 8.8/10 -0.7 vs Para Los Ninos Charter
- ComparePara Los Ninos Charter vs Fifty-Fourth Street ElementaryLos Angeles, CA Peer score 7.4/10 -2.1 vs Para Los Ninos Charter
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Para Los Ninos Charter
What grades does Para Los Ninos Charter serve?
Para Los Ninos Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Para Los Ninos Charter?
Para Los Ninos Charter has an enrollment of approximately 236 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Para Los Ninos Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Para Los Ninos Charter is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Para Los Ninos Charter rank in CA?
Para Los Ninos Charter ranks #24 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Para Los Ninos Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Para Los Ninos Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 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 Para Los Ninos Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Para Los Ninos Charter has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Para Los Ninos Charter a charter school?
Yes, Para Los Ninos Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Para Los Ninos Charter a Title I school?
No, Para Los Ninos Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Para Los Ninos Charter?
96.2% of students at Para Los Ninos 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 236
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.4%
- Phone
- (213) 239-6605
Resources & Links
District
Para Los Ninos Charter District- District Enrollment
- 236
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,270
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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