Serving 498 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Equitas #3 Charter ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Math Proficiency: 70-74%
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Equitas #3 Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Equitas #3 Charter's student population of 498 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Equitas #3 Charter is 0.08, 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)
(18-19)70-74%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)75-79%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Equitas #3 Charter often compared to?
Equitas #3 Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Dahlia Heights Elementary School, Open Charter Magnet, Westwood Charter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Equitas #3 Charter?
498 students attend Equitas #3 Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Equitas #3 Charter students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Equitas #3 Charter?
Equitas #3 Charter has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Equitas #3 Charter offer ?
Equitas #3 Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Equitas #3 Charter part of?
Equitas #3 Charter is part of Equitas Academy #3 Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Equitas #3 Charter located?
Equitas #3 Charter is located in the Pico Union neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 10 other public schools located in Pico Union.
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