Serving 414 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Barack Obama Charter ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Top 1% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barack Obama Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Barack Obama Charter's student population of 414 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
414 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Barack Obama Charter is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)14%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)22%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
30:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
35%
56%
Black
62%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Barack Obama Charter often compared to?
Barack Obama Charteris often viewed alongside schools like York by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Barack Obama Charter?
414 students attend Barack Obama Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Barack Obama Charter students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barack Obama Charter?
Barack Obama Charter has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Barack Obama Charter offer ?
Barack Obama Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Barack Obama Charter part of?
Barack Obama Charter is part of Barack Obama Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Barack Obama Charter located?
Barack Obama Charter is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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