Serving 298 students in grades 6-8, Animo Ellen Ochoa Charter Middle School 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 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Animo Ellen Ochoa Charter Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Animo Ellen Ochoa Charter Middle School's student population of 298 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
2
School Rankings
Animo Ellen Ochoa Charter Middle School 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 Animo Ellen Ochoa Charter Middle School 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
#6250 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
98%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Animo Ellen Ochoa Charter Middle School's ranking?
Animo Ellen Ochoa Charter Middle School is ranked #6250 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Animo Ellen Ochoa Charter Middle School?
298 students attend Animo Ellen Ochoa Charter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Animo Ellen Ochoa Charter Middle School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Animo Ellen Ochoa Charter Middle School?
Animo Ellen Ochoa Charter Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Animo Ellen Ochoa Charter Middle School offer ?
Animo Ellen Ochoa Charter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Animo Ellen Ochoa Charter Middle School part of?
Animo Ellen Ochoa Charter Middle School is part of Animo Ellen Ochoa Charter Middle School District.
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