Serving 659 students in grades Kindergarten-8, La Tijera K-8 Of Excellence 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 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Tijera K-8 Of Excellence Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
La Tijera K-8 Of Excellence Charter's student population of 659 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
659 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
La Tijera K-8 Of Excellence Charter ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Tijera K-8 Of Excellence Charter is 0.53, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2471 out of 3649 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
39%
56%
Black
57%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Tijera K-8 Of Excellence Charter's ranking?
La Tijera K-8 Of Excellence Charter is ranked #2471 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Tijera K-8 Of Excellence Charter often compared to?
La Tijera K-8 Of Excellence Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Frank D. Parent Tk-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend La Tijera K-8 Of Excellence Charter?
659 students attend La Tijera K-8 Of Excellence Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of La Tijera K-8 Of Excellence Charter students are Black, 39% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Tijera K-8 Of Excellence Charter?
La Tijera K-8 Of Excellence Charter has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Tijera K-8 Of Excellence Charter offer ?
La Tijera K-8 Of Excellence Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is La Tijera K-8 Of Excellence Charter part of?
La Tijera K-8 Of Excellence Charter is part of Inglewood Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School (Events)
June 06, 2024 (Thursday)
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