Serving 440 students in grades 6-8, Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School 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 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Math Proficiency: 27%
- Reading Proficiency: 35%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School's student population of 440 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School is 0.04, 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)27%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
98%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School?
440 students attend Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School?
Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School offer ?
Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School part of?
Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School is part of Animo Florence-Firestone Charter Middle School District.
In what neighborhood is Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School located?
Animo Florence-firestone Charter Middle School 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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