Serving 498 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Citizens Of The World Charter School Mar Vista ranks in the top 30% 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 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Citizens Of The World Charter School Mar Vista ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Citizens Of The World Charter School Mar Vista's student population of 498 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Citizens Of The World Charter School Mar Vista ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Citizens Of The World Charter School Mar Vista is 0.68, 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
#2833 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
49%
56%
Black
15%
5%
White
23%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Citizens Of The World Charter School Mar Vista's ranking?
Citizens Of The World Charter School Mar Vista is ranked #2833 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Citizens Of The World Charter School Mar Vista?
498 students attend Citizens Of The World Charter School Mar Vista.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Citizens Of The World Charter School Mar Vista students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Citizens Of The World Charter School Mar Vista?
Citizens Of The World Charter School Mar Vista has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Citizens Of The World Charter School Mar Vista offer ?
Citizens Of The World Charter School Mar Vista offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Citizens Of The World Charter School Mar Vista part of?
Citizens Of The World Charter School Mar Vista is part of Citizens Of The World Charter School Mar Vista School District.
In what neighborhood is Citizens Of The World Charter School Mar Vista located?
Citizens Of The World Charter School Mar Vista is located in the Sawtelle neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Sawtelle.
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