Serving 314 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hamlin Charter Academy ranks in the top 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 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamlin Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Hamlin Charter Academy's student population of 314 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
314 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hamlin Charter Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamlin Charter Academy is 0.72, which is more 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
#3143 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
46%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
17%
20%
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamlin Charter Academy's ranking?
Hamlin Charter Academy is ranked #3143 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hamlin Charter Academy?
314 students attend Hamlin Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Hamlin Charter Academy students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamlin Charter Academy?
Hamlin Charter Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hamlin Charter Academy offer ?
Hamlin Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hamlin Charter Academy part of?
Hamlin Charter Academy is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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