Serving 838 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 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 838 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (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
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Wish Community's student population of 838 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
838 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Wish Community ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wish Community is 0.77, 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
#1038 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
26%
56%
Black
18%
5%
White
33%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Wish Community's ranking?
Wish Community is ranked #1038 out of 9,602 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 Open Charter Magnet, Cowan Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Wish Community?
838 students attend Wish Community.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Wish Community students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wish Community?
Wish Community has a student ration of 19:1, 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 Fall Break (Events)
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
TK-12 Spring Break (Events)
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
TK-12 Spring Break (Events)
April 06, 2026 (Monday)
TK-12 Last Day of School - Short Day (Events)
June 10, 2026 (Wednesday)
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