Serving 471 students in grades 5-8, Stella Middle 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 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stella Middle Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Stella Middle Charter Academy's student population of 471 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
471 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stella Middle Charter Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stella Middle Charter Academy is 0.35, 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
#6255 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
79%
56%
Black
18%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Stella Middle Charter Academy's ranking?
Stella Middle Charter Academy is ranked #6255 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Stella Middle Charter Academy often compared to?
Stella Middle Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like New Los Angeles Charter, Synergy Kinetic Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Stella Middle Charter Academy?
471 students attend Stella Middle Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Stella Middle Charter Academy students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stella Middle Charter Academy?
Stella Middle Charter Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Stella Middle Charter Academy offer ?
Stella Middle Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Stella Middle Charter Academy part of?
Stella Middle Charter Academy is part of Stella Middle Charter Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Stella Middle Charter Academy located?
Stella Middle Charter Academy is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
School Reviews
2 12/27/2018
My child often informs me of fights that are going to happen or that happen at this school. The school is not what it used to be. Before I would recommend this school to others, but now I double think if I should even enroll my children into this school. The students and parents should have a voice in all choices affecting our students and ourselves as parents.
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