Serving 424 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Equitas Academy Charter 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Equitas Academy Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Equitas Academy Charter's student population of 424 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
424 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Equitas Academy Charter ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Equitas Academy Charter is 0.04, 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
#4852 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
98%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
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 Equitas Academy Charter's ranking?
Equitas Academy Charter is ranked #4852 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Equitas Academy Charter often compared to?
Equitas Academy Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Charles H. Kim Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Equitas Academy Charter?
424 students attend Equitas Academy Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Equitas Academy Charter students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Equitas Academy Charter?
Equitas Academy Charter has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Equitas Academy Charter offer ?
Equitas Academy Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Equitas Academy Charter part of?
Equitas Academy Charter is part of Equitas Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Equitas Academy Charter located?
Equitas Academy Charter is located in the Pico Union neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 10 other public schools located in Pico Union.
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