Serving 308 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hamlin Charter Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hamlin Charter Academy's student population of 308 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hamlin Charter Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamlin Charter Academy 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
#2959 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
44%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
19%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Hamlin Charter Academy's ranking?
Hamlin Charter Academy is ranked #2959 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hamlin Charter Academy often compared to?
Hamlin Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Welby Way Charter Elementary Sch And Gifted-high Ability Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hamlin Charter Academy?
308 students attend Hamlin Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Hamlin Charter Academy students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hamlin Charter Academy?
Hamlin Charter Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hamlin Charter Academy offer ?
Hamlin Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hamlin Charter Academy part of?
Hamlin Charter Academy is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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