Serving 612 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pomelo Community Charter ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pomelo Community Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Pomelo Community Charter's student population of 612 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
612 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pomelo Community Charter ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pomelo Community Charter is 0.74, 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
#1695 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
24%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
40%
20%
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pomelo Community Charter's ranking?
Pomelo Community Charter is ranked #1695 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Pomelo Community Charter often compared to?
Pomelo Community Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Justice Street Academy Charter, Welby Way Charter Elementary School And Gifted-high Ability Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pomelo Community Charter?
612 students attend Pomelo Community Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Pomelo Community Charter students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pomelo Community Charter?
Pomelo Community Charter has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pomelo Community Charter offer ?
Pomelo Community Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Pomelo Community Charter part of?
Pomelo Community Charter is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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