Serving 2,845 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Larchmont Charter School 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 was 62% (which was higher than the California state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 73% (which was higher than the California state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 44:1 was higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment was 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which was equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
2,845 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)62%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)73%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
44:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
16%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
20%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
9 sports
Sports
BasketballCross Country Running
DanceSoccer
TennisTrack
Track and FieldVolley Ball
Weightlifting
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
Larchmont Charter School is a free public charter school serving
over 1,600 students in grades TK-12th on four campuses in Los
Angeles. Larchmont has become a national leader in progressive
education, fulfilling our mission to provide a socio-economically,
culturally and racially diverse community of students with an
exceptional public education. With participation from our entire
community, we strive to instill in each student a dedication to
improving the world we inhabit. Larchmont Charter, we believe,
reflects what great public education can and should be.
We offer all students in CA a free education with rich programming, including:
We offer all students in CA a free education with rich programming, including:
- Highly qualified teachers with expertise in both academic and social emotional development
- Small class sizes
- Exceptional academic program rooted in constructivist, project based learning
- Diverse student body
- Weekly enrichment classes including PE, art, music, gardening, cooking and more
- Affordable after care for TK-7th grade
- Nutritious gourmet lunch program (Larchmont offers free and reduced price meals for students who qualify)
- Students of all backgrounds at Larchmont outperform their peers in surrounding schools
- Robust offering of AP classes
- Dynamic arts program
- CIF sports program in high school
- High technology to student ratio
- Fantastic community of families
- #3 in Best Charter Elementary Schools in Los Angeles Area in 2021 (Niche.com)
- Top 6% of ranked high schools nationally - 2021 (U.S. News & World Report)
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Larchmont Charter School?
The graduation rate of Larchmont Charter School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Larchmont Charter School?
2,845 students attend Larchmont Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
20% of Larchmont Charter School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Larchmont Charter School?
Larchmont Charter School has a student ration of 44:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Larchmont Charter School offer ?
Larchmont Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Larchmont Charter School part of?
Larchmont Charter School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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