Serving 486 students in grades 6-8, Animo James B. Taylor 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 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle School's student population of 486 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
2013
School Calendar
School Motto
greatness lives within our walls.
School Rankings
Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle School is 0.25, 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
#7435 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
86%
56%
Black
13%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle School's ranking?
Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle School is ranked #7435 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle School?
486 students attend Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle School?
Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle School offer ?
Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle School part of?
Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle School is part of Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle School District.
In what neighborhood is Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle School located?
Animo James B. Taylor 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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