Serving 1,041 students in grades 6-12, New West Charter ranks in the top 20% 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 45% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,041 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
New West Charter's student population of 1,041 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,041 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New West Charter ranks within the top 20% of all 3,649 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
#655 out of 3649 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
22%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
54%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New West Charter's ranking?
New West Charter is ranked #655 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 34% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of New West Charter?
The graduation rate of New West Charter is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend New West Charter?
1,041 students attend New West Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of New West Charter students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New West Charter?
New West Charter has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher 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.
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