Serving 1,296 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Porter Ranch Community ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Math Proficiency: 79%
- Reading Proficiency: 84%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Porter Ranch Community ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Porter Ranch Community's student population of 1,296 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Porter Ranch Community is 0.74, which is more 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)79%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)84%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
38%
12%
Hispanic
17%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
27%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Porter Ranch Community often compared to?
Porter Ranch Communityis often viewed alongside schools like Beckford Charter For Enriched Studies, Castlebay Lane Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Porter Ranch Community?
1,296 students attend Porter Ranch Community.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Porter Ranch Community students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Porter Ranch Community?
Porter Ranch Community has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Porter Ranch Community offer ?
Porter Ranch Community offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Porter Ranch Community part of?
Porter Ranch Community is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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