Serving 888 students in grades 9-12, Youthbuild Charter School Of California 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 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 Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 888 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 29% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Youthbuild Charter School Of California ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Youthbuild Charter School Of California's student population of 888 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
888 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Youthbuild Charter School Of California 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 Youthbuild Charter School Of California is 0.38, 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
#9445 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
77%
56%
Black
18%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
29%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
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 Youthbuild Charter School Of California's ranking?
Youthbuild Charter School Of California is ranked #9445 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Youthbuild Charter School Of California?
The graduation rate of Youthbuild Charter School Of California is 29%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Youthbuild Charter School Of California?
888 students attend Youthbuild Charter School Of California.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Youthbuild Charter School Of California students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Youthbuild Charter School Of California?
Youthbuild Charter School Of California has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Youthbuild Charter School Of California offer ?
Youthbuild Charter School Of California offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Youthbuild Charter School Of California part of?
Youthbuild Charter School Of California is part of Youthbuild Charter School Of California School District.
In what neighborhood is Youthbuild Charter School Of California located?
Youthbuild Charter School Of California is located in the Venice neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
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