Ánimo South Los Angeles Charter High School is a public charter school operated by Green Dot Schools of Los Angeles. It is in Westmont, California, with a Los Angeles postal address.
Serving 577 students in grades 9-12, Animo South Los Angeles Charter 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 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Animo South Los Angeles Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Animo South Los Angeles Charter's student population of 577 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
577 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
2004
Colors
Black, Gold
School Rankings
Animo South Los Angeles Charter ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Animo South Los Angeles Charter is 0.27, 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
#6578 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
84%
56%
Black
15%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Black Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Animo South Los Angeles Charter's ranking?
Animo South Los Angeles Charter is ranked #6578 out of 9,602 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Animo South Los Angeles Charter?
The graduation rate of Animo South Los Angeles Charter is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Animo South Los Angeles Charter?
577 students attend Animo South Los Angeles Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Animo South Los Angeles Charter students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Animo South Los Angeles Charter?
Animo South Los Angeles Charter has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Animo South Los Angeles Charter offer ?
Animo South Los Angeles Charter offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Animo South Los Angeles Charter part of?
Animo South Los Angeles Charter is part of Animo South Los Angeles Charter School District.
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