Serving 258 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Stella Elementary Charter Academy 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower 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 99% 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-4
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stella Elementary Charter Academy's student population of 258 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
258 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Stella Elementary Charter Academy 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 Stella Elementary Charter Academy is 0.43, 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
#6673 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
73%
56%
Black
21%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stella Elementary Charter Academy's ranking?
Stella Elementary Charter Academy is ranked #6673 out of 9,523 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Stella Elementary Charter Academy?
258 students attend Stella Elementary Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Stella Elementary Charter Academy students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stella Elementary Charter Academy?
Stella Elementary Charter Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Stella Elementary Charter Academy offer ?
Stella Elementary Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Stella Elementary Charter Academy part of?
Stella Elementary Charter Academy is part of Stella Elementary Charter Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Stella Elementary Charter Academy located?
Stella Elementary Charter Academy is located in the West Adams neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in West Adams.
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