Serving 248 students in grades 1-5, Charles White Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 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 (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Charles White Elementary School's student population of 248 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
248 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Jaguars ROAR! Be Respectful; Open Minded and Open Hearted; Accountable; Restorative!
Charles White Elementary 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 Charles White Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#5900 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
87%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Charles White Elementary School's ranking?
Charles White Elementary School is ranked #5900 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Charles White Elementary School often compared to?
Charles White Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brockton Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Charles White Elementary School?
248 students attend Charles White Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Charles White Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles White Elementary School?
Charles White Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Charles White Elementary School offer ?
Charles White Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Charles White Elementary School part of?
Charles White Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Charles White Elementary School located?
Charles White Elementary School is located in the Westlake neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 40 other public schools located in Westlake.
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