Serving 370 students in grades 6-8, Watts Learning Center 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 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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.
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: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Watts Learning Center Charter Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Watts Learning Center Charter Middle School's student population of 370 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
370 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
Campus Size
2
School Rankings
Watts Learning Center 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 Watts Learning Center Charter Middle School is 0.30, 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
#6420 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
82%
56%
Black
16%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Watts Learning Center Charter Middle School's ranking?
Watts Learning Center Charter Middle School is ranked #6420 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Watts Learning Center Charter Middle School?
370 students attend Watts Learning Center Charter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Watts Learning Center Charter Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Watts Learning Center Charter Middle School?
Watts Learning Center Charter Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Watts Learning Center Charter Middle School offer ?
Watts Learning Center Charter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Watts Learning Center Charter Middle School part of?
Watts Learning Center Charter Middle School is part of Watts Learning Center Charter Middle School District.
In what neighborhood is Watts Learning Center Charter Middle School located?
Watts Learning Center Charter Middle School 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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