Serving 797 students in grades 6-12, New Designs Charter ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 35:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 797 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 35:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Designs Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
New Designs Charter's student population of 797 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
797 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Designs 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 New Designs Charter is 0.39, 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
#6155 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
35:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
77%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
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 New Designs Charter's ranking?
New Designs Charter is ranked #6155 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Designs Charter?
The graduation rate of New Designs Charter is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend New Designs Charter?
797 students attend New Designs Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of New Designs Charter students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Designs Charter?
New Designs Charter has a student ration of 35:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does New Designs Charter offer ?
New Designs Charter offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is New Designs Charter part of?
New Designs Charter is part of New Designs Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is New Designs Charter located?
New Designs Charter is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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