Serving 290 students in grades 6-8, Animo Westside 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 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). 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 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 16%
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Animo Westside Charter Middle School's student population of 290 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Motto
Our goal is to transform potential into excellence!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Animo Westside Charter Middle School is 0.46, 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)
(21-22)16%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
68%
56%
Black
28%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Animo Westside Charter Middle School?
290 students attend Animo Westside Charter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Animo Westside Charter Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Animo Westside Charter Middle School?
Animo Westside Charter Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Animo Westside Charter Middle School offer ?
Animo Westside Charter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Animo Westside Charter Middle School part of?
Animo Westside Charter Middle School is part of Animo Westside Charter Middle School District.
In what neighborhood is Animo Westside Charter Middle School located?
Animo Westside Charter Middle School is located in the Playa Vista neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
School Reviews
1 8/20/2019
I am ashamed you let this bullying incident happen. Your entire office staff and anyone else involved needs to be fired and held accountable. Shame on you, you are supposed to protect the kids and care enough to at least call 911.
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