Average
#6528 of 9,539 schools in CA
Watts Learning Center Charter Middle
Middle School · Watts Learning Center Charter Middle District
8800 South San Pedro St., Los Angeles, CA 90003
Enrollment
370
Student-Teacher
26.4:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
370
Student-Teacher
26.4:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,528 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#446 of 563
public schools
Equity
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Watts Learning Center Charter Middle
Watts Learning Center Charter Middle is a public middle school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Watts Learning Center Charter Middle District. Watts Learning Center Charter Middle serves approximately 370 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 26.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Watts Learning Center Charter Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #6,528 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Watts Learning Center Charter Middle show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Watts Learning Center Charter Middle runs 26.4:1 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.
Watts Learning Center Charter Middle 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.
39% of students at Watts Learning Center Charter Middle 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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Watts Learning Center Charter Middle — Students at Watts Learning Center Charter Middle score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.2%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.
How Watts Learning Center Charter Middle Compares
See how Watts Learning Center Charter Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8800 South San Pedro St., Los Angeles, CA 90003
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Watts Learning Center Charter Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. KIPP Academy of Opportunity (rated 6.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Alliance College-Ready Middle Academy 4 (rated 6.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,781
Median Home Value
$547,600
Median Rent
$1,515/mo
Population
71,708
College Educated
7.1%
Homeownership
26.6%
Avg Commute
36.5 min
Poverty Rate
26.3%
Median Age
30.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Watts Learning Center Charter Middle
What grades does Watts Learning Center Charter Middle serve?
Watts Learning Center Charter Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Watts Learning Center Charter Middle?
Watts Learning Center Charter Middle has an enrollment of approximately 370 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Watts Learning Center Charter Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Watts Learning Center Charter Middle is 26.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Watts Learning Center Charter Middle rank in CA?
Watts Learning Center Charter Middle ranks #6,528 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Watts Learning Center Charter Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Watts Learning Center Charter Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Watts Learning Center Charter Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Watts Learning Center Charter Middle has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Watts Learning Center Charter Middle a charter school?
Yes, Watts Learning Center Charter Middle is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Watts Learning Center Charter Middle a Title I school?
No, Watts Learning Center Charter Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Watts Learning Center Charter Middle?
99.2% of students at Watts Learning Center Charter Middle 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
- 370
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.6%
- Phone
- (323) 565-4800
Resources & Links
District
Watts Learning Center Charter Middle District- District Enrollment
- 370
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,003
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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