Serving 421 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Equitas Academy #3 Charter ranks in the top 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 33% (which is equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Equitas Academy #3 Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Equitas Academy #3 Charter's student population of 421 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
421 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Equitas Academy #3 Charter ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Equitas Academy #3 Charter is 0.02, 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
#4528 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
99%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
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 #3 Charter's ranking?
Equitas Academy #3 Charter is ranked #4528 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Equitas Academy #3 Charter often compared to?
Equitas Academy #3 Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Westwood Charter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Equitas Academy #3 Charter?
421 students attend Equitas Academy #3 Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Equitas Academy #3 Charter students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Equitas Academy #3 Charter?
Equitas Academy #3 Charter has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Equitas Academy #3 Charter offer ?
Equitas Academy #3 Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Equitas Academy #3 Charter part of?
Equitas Academy #3 Charter is part of Equitas Academy #3 Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Equitas Academy #3 Charter located?
Equitas Academy #3 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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