Serving 494 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Hesby Oaks Leadership 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 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hesby Oaks Leadership Charter serves the northwest part of Encino, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hesby Oaks Leadership Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hesby Oaks Leadership Charter's student population of 494 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
494 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hesby Oaks Leadership Charter ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hesby Oaks Leadership Charter is 0.55, 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
#714 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hesby Oaks Leadership Charter's ranking?
Hesby Oaks Leadership Charter is ranked #714 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hesby Oaks Leadership Charter often compared to?
Hesby Oaks Leadership Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Lanai Road Elementary School, Encino Charter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hesby Oaks Leadership Charter?
494 students attend Hesby Oaks Leadership Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Hesby Oaks Leadership Charter students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hesby Oaks Leadership Charter?
Hesby Oaks Leadership Charter has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hesby Oaks Leadership Charter offer ?
Hesby Oaks Leadership Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Hesby Oaks Leadership Charter part of?
Hesby Oaks Leadership Charter is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Hesby Oaks Leadership Charter located?
Hesby Oaks Leadership Charter is located in the Sherman Oaks neighborhood of Encino, CA.
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