Serving 557 students in grades 9-12, Animo Ralph Bunche Charter High 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 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than 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)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Animo Ralph Bunche Charter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Animo Ralph Bunche Charter High School's student population of 557 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
557 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
Animo Ralph Bunche Charter High 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 Ralph Bunche Charter High 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#7013 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
98%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
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 Ralph Bunche Charter High School's ranking?
Animo Ralph Bunche Charter High School is ranked #7013 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Animo Ralph Bunche Charter High School often compared to?
Animo Ralph Bunche Charter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Jefferson Senior High School, Nava College Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Animo Ralph Bunche Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Animo Ralph Bunche Charter High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Animo Ralph Bunche Charter High School?
557 students attend Animo Ralph Bunche Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Animo Ralph Bunche Charter High School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Animo Ralph Bunche Charter High School?
Animo Ralph Bunche Charter High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Animo Ralph Bunche Charter High School offer ?
Animo Ralph Bunche Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Animo Ralph Bunche Charter High School part of?
Animo Ralph Bunche Charter High School is part of Animo Ralph Bunche Charter High School District.
In what neighborhood is Animo Ralph Bunche Charter High School located?
Animo Ralph Bunche Charter High School is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
School Reviews
5 11/19/2018
This school is great and are very good with making the students prepare for college and will talk to parents with meetings
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