Very Good
#3037 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 32% in state
Stella High Charter Academy
High School · Stella High Charter Academy District
5101 Santa Monica Blvd. Ste. 8 PMB 93, Los Angeles, CA 90029
Enrollment
532
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
532
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,037 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#245 of 563
public schools
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Stella High Charter Academy
Stella High Charter Academy is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Stella High Charter Academy District. Stella High Charter Academy serves approximately 532 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Stella High Charter Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,037 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Stella High Charter Academy show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Stella High 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.
33% of students at Stella High 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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Stella High Charter Academy — Students at Stella High Charter Academy score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 12 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: 9.6/10.
How Stella High Charter Academy Compares
See how Stella High 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
5101 Santa Monica Blvd. Ste. 8 PMB 93, Los Angeles, CA 90029
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Stella High Charter Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Middle College High (rated 9.0/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is Animo South Los Angeles Charter (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, TEACH Tech Charter High (rated 7.8/10, 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 90029 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,793
Median Home Value
$1,066,200
Median Rent
$1,644/mo
Population
33,830
College Educated
36.3%
Homeownership
11.2%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
23.1%
Median Age
37.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stella High Charter Academy
What grades does Stella High Charter Academy serve?
Stella High Charter Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Stella High Charter Academy?
Stella High Charter Academy has an enrollment of approximately 532 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Stella High Charter Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Stella High Charter Academy is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Stella High Charter Academy rank in CA?
Stella High Charter Academy ranks #3,037 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Stella High Charter Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Stella High Charter Academy 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 Stella High Charter Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Stella High Charter Academy has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Stella High Charter Academy a charter school?
Yes, Stella High Charter Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Stella High Charter Academy a Title I school?
No, Stella High Charter Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stella High Charter Academy?
96.1% of students at Stella High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 532
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.5%
- Phone
- (424) 789-8337
- 4-Year Graduation
- 67.0%
Resources & Links
District
Stella High Charter Academy District- District Enrollment
- 532
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,925
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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