Serving 390 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Open Charter Magnet ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Open Charter Magnet 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
Open Charter Magnet's student population of 390 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
390 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1977
School Calendar
School Rankings
Open Charter Magnet ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Open Charter Magnet is 0.78, 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
#1251 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Gold
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Open Charter Magnet's ranking?
Open Charter Magnet is ranked #1251 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Open Charter Magnet often compared to?
Open Charter Magnetis often viewed alongside schools like Wish Community, Cowan Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Open Charter Magnet?
390 students attend Open Charter Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Open Charter Magnet students are White, 25% of students are Black, 19% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Open Charter Magnet?
Open Charter Magnet has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Open Charter Magnet offer ?
Open Charter Magnet offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Open Charter Magnet part of?
Open Charter Magnet is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Open Charter Magnet located?
Open Charter Magnet is located in the Westchester neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Westchester.
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