Serving 359 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Watts Learning Center ranks in the bottom 50% 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Watts Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Watts Learning Center's student population of 359 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
359 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Watts Learning Center 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 Watts Learning Center is 0.49, 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
#5091 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%

Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
60%
56%

Black
39%
5%

White
n/a
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watts Learning Center's ranking?
Watts Learning Center is ranked #5091 out of 9,602 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Watts Learning Center?
359 students attend Watts Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Watts Learning Center students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Watts Learning Center?
Watts Learning Center has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Watts Learning Center offer ?
Watts Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Watts Learning Center part of?
Watts Learning Center is part of Watts Learning Center School District.
In what neighborhood is Watts Learning Center located?
Watts Learning Center is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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