Ralph Waldo Emerson Community Charter School is a charter middle school in the Los Angeles Unified School District in Westwood, Los Angeles, California, United States. It was designed by famed architect Richard Neutra and was named in honor of Ralph Waldo Emerson, the American author, poet, and philosopher.
Serving 454 students in grades 6-8, Emerson Community Charter ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Emerson Community Charter serves the northwest part of Los Angeles, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 23.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of about 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerson Community Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Emerson Community Charter's student population of 454 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
454 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar
School Motto
Scholarship, Citizenship, Achievement
School Rankings
Emerson Community Charter ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emerson Community Charter is 0.73, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3514 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
40%
56%
Black
12%
5%
White
30%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emerson Community Charter's ranking?
Emerson Community Charter is ranked #3514 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Emerson Community Charter often compared to?
Emerson Community Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Paul Revere Charter Middle School, Palms Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Emerson Community Charter?
454 students attend Emerson Community Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Emerson Community Charter students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emerson Community Charter?
Emerson Community Charter has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Emerson Community Charter offer ?
Emerson Community Charter offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Emerson Community Charter part of?
Emerson Community Charter is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Emerson Community Charter located?
Emerson Community Charter is located in the Westwood neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Westwood.
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