Serving 610 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (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 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority 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: 610 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Topeka Charter School for Advanced Studies serves the northwest part of Northridge, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 1.2 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies 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
Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies's student population of 610 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
610 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies 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 Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies is 0.74, 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
#1063 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
17%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
37%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
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
14%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies's ranking?
Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies is ranked #1063 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies often compared to?
Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studiesis often viewed alongside schools like Beckford Charter For Enriched Studies, Andasol Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies?
610 students attend Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies?
Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies offer ?
Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies part of?
Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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