Serving 998 students in grades 6-12, New West Charter ranks in the top 30% 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 45% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 998 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New West Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
New West Charter's student population of 998 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
998 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
New West Charter ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New West Charter is 0.65, 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
#1993 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
22%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
53%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 New West Charter's ranking?
New West Charter is ranked #1993 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of New West Charter?
The graduation rate of New West Charter is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend New West Charter?
998 students attend New West Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of New West Charter students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New West Charter?
New West Charter has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does New West Charter offer ?
New West Charter offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is New West Charter part of?
New West Charter is part of New West Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is New West Charter located?
New West Charter is located in the Sawtelle neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Sawtelle.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School
June 10, 2025 (Tuesday)
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