Very Good
#3416 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 36% in state
Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy
Middle School · PUC Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy District
1405 North San Fernando Blvd. Ste. 303, Burbank, CA 91504
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,416 of 9,539
In Burbank
#14 of 29
public schools
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy
Middle School in Burbank · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
San Fernando Middle
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About Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy
Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy is a public middle school in Burbank, CA, part of PUC Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy District. Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy serves approximately 352 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 23.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,416 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy runs 23.5:1 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.
Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy 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.
34% of students at Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy 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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Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy — Students at Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 18 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: 9.3/10.
How Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy Compares
See how Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy 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
1405 North San Fernando Blvd. Ste. 303, Burbank, CA 91504
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. San Fernando Institute of Applied Media (rated 8.0/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby San Fernando), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, San Fernando Middle (rated 6.7/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby San Fernando), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Burbank, see our Burbank schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,164
Median Home Value
$1,046,200
Median Rent
$2,147/mo
Population
27,268
College Educated
45.5%
Homeownership
52.2%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
39.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy
What grades does Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy serve?
Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy?
Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy has an enrollment of approximately 352 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy is 23.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy rank in CA?
Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy ranks #3,416 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy a charter school?
Yes, Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy a Title I school?
No, Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy?
91.8% of students at Puc Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 352
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.4%
- Phone
- (818) 256-1951
Resources & Links
District
PUC Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy District- District Enrollment
- 352
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,974
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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