Serving 775 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Wish Community 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 54% (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 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 775 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wish Community ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Wish Community's student population of 775 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
775 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wish Community ranks within the top 20% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wish Community is 0.75, 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
#431 out of 3649 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
23%
56%
Black
22%
5%
White
37%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wish Community's ranking?
Wish Community is ranked #431 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Wish Community often compared to?
Wish Communityis often viewed alongside schools like Cowan Avenue Elementary School, Open Charter Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Wish Community?
775 students attend Wish Community.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Wish Community students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wish Community?
Wish Community has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Wish Community offer ?
Wish Community offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Wish Community part of?
Wish Community is part of Wish Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Wish Community located?
Wish Community is located in the Westchester neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Westchester.
School Calendar
View the Wish Community yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
TK-12 First Day of School (Events)
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
TK-12 Fall Break No School (Events)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
TK-12 Spring Break No School (Events)
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
TK-12 Spring Break No School (Events)
April 21, 2025 (Monday)
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