Serving 1,776 students in grades 6-8, George Ellery Hale Charter Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,776 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
George Ellery Hale Charter Academy's student population of 1,776 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,776 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Rankings
George Ellery Hale Charter Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Ellery Hale Charter Academy is 0.71, which is more 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
#2020 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
30%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
41%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
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 George Ellery Hale Charter Academy's ranking?
George Ellery Hale Charter Academy is ranked #2020 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are George Ellery Hale Charter Academy often compared to?
George Ellery Hale Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland Hills Academy, Gaspar De Portola Charter Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend George Ellery Hale Charter Academy?
1,776 students attend George Ellery Hale Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of George Ellery Hale Charter Academy students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George Ellery Hale Charter Academy?
George Ellery Hale Charter Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does George Ellery Hale Charter Academy offer ?
George Ellery Hale Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is George Ellery Hale Charter Academy part of?
George Ellery Hale Charter Academy is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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