Serving 349 students in grades 5-8, Bert Corona 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 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher 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 Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bert Corona Charter's student population of 349 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
349 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Bert Corona Charter ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bert Corona Charter is 0.06, 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
#8346 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
97%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
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 Bert Corona Charter's ranking?
Bert Corona Charter is ranked #8346 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bert Corona Charter often compared to?
Bert Corona Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Montague Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bert Corona Charter?
349 students attend Bert Corona Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Bert Corona Charter students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bert Corona Charter?
Bert Corona Charter has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bert Corona Charter offer ?
Bert Corona Charter offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Bert Corona Charter part of?
Bert Corona Charter is part of Bert Corona Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Bert Corona Charter located?
Bert Corona Charter is located in the Arleta neighborhood of Pacoima, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Arleta.
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