Serving 210 students in grades 6-8, Puc Inspire Charter Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Puc Inspire Charter Academy's student population of 210 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
210 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Puc Inspire Charter Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Puc Inspire Charter Academy is 0.04, 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
#9287 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
98%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Puc Inspire Charter Academy's ranking?
Puc Inspire Charter Academy is ranked #9287 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Puc Inspire Charter Academy?
210 students attend Puc Inspire Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Puc Inspire Charter Academy students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Puc Inspire Charter Academy?
Puc Inspire Charter Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Puc Inspire Charter Academy offer ?
Puc Inspire Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Puc Inspire Charter Academy part of?
Puc Inspire Charter Academy is part of PUC Inspire Charter Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Puc Inspire Charter Academy located?
Puc Inspire Charter Academy is located in the Pacoima neighborhood of Burbank, CA.
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