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Larchmont Charter School
  • Public, Charter
  • LOS ANGELES, CA
Charter School

Larchmont Charter School

#2 in Best Charter Elementary Schools in Los Angeles Area
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public, Charter
  • PK, K-12
  • LOS ANGELES, CA
  • 91 reviews
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    Larchmont Charter School continues to closely monitor safety COVID-19 safety guidelines and developments from the state, county, and city. Our safety procedures are in accordance with the state guidelines and are assessed daily. Learn More

    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Academics
      A
    2. Diversity
      A+
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A
    5. Clubs & Activities
      C minus
    6. Administration
      A minus
    7. Sports
      C minus
    8. Food
      B+
    9. Resources & Facilities
      C+
    larchmontcharter.org
    (323) 380-7893
    444 N LARCHMONT BLVD #207
    LOS ANGELES, CA 90004
    About Larchmont Charter School...

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    Grades
    PK, K-12
    Students
    1,581
    From Larchmont Charter School

    Larchmont Charter School is a free, public charter school serving over 1,500 students in grades TK-12th on four campuses in L.A. Larchmont has become a leader in progressive education, fulfilling our mission to provide a socio-economically, culturally and racially diverse community of students with an exceptional public education. With participation from our entire community, we strive to instill in each student a dedication to improving the world we inhabit.

    We offer:

    • Highly qualified teachers with expertise in both academic and social emotional development

    • Small class sizes

    • Exceptional academic program rooted in constructivist, project based learning

    • Diverse student body

    • Weekly enrichment classes including PE, art, music, gardening, cooking and more

    • Nutritious lunch program (Larchmont offers free and reduced price meals for students who qualify)

    • Robust offering of AP classes

    • Dynamic arts program

    • CIF sports program in high school

    • High technology to student ratio

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    76%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    61%
    Average Graduation Rate
    95%
    Average SAT
    1250
    122 responses
    Average ACT
    28
    22 responses
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    Larchmont Charter Named CA Distinguished School

    Larchmont was named a CA Distinguished School by the CA Dept of Ed. The awards went to exceptional secondary schools based on the state accountability dashboard - including academic test scores and measures of school climate. Supt. of Instruction Tony Thurmond, "Amid the backdrop of uncertainty and hardship facing all California schools this past year, this recognition is especially remarkable."

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    Larchmont
    A minus
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Cost of Living
      D
    2. Good for Families
      B
    3. Housing
      D
    Median Household Income
    $102,841
    National
    $64,994
    Median Rent
    $1,894
    National
    $1,096
    Median Home Value
    $1,008,498
    National
    $229,800
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    Culture & Safety

    Poll
    73%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 11 responses
    Poll
    64%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 11 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 29 responses
    • Academic excellence. Evolving and growing programs
      24%
    • Picnics
      17%
    • Awards Ceremony
      14%
    • Having a school end of he year activity
      14%
    • Spirit Week
      10%
    • Karaoke Night
      7%
    • plays, prom
      7%

    Students

    Diversity
    A+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,581
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    42%
    69%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 13 responses
    92%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 13 responses
    62%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 13 responses
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    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    23:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $90,556
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    81%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 16 responses
    75%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 16 responses
    69%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 16 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    C minus
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Expenses Per Student
    $15,506 / year
    National
    $12,239
    63%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 16 responses
    31%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 16 responses
    56%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 16 responses

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