Serving 360 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Barack Obama 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 10% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barack Obama Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Barack Obama Charter's student population of 360 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
360 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barack Obama Charter 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 Barack Obama Charter is 0.52, 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
#9181 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
48%
56%
Black
50%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
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 Barack Obama Charter's ranking?
Barack Obama Charter is ranked #9181 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Barack Obama Charter often compared to?
Barack Obama Charteris often viewed alongside schools like York by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Barack Obama Charter?
360 students attend Barack Obama Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Barack Obama Charter students are Black, 48% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barack Obama Charter?
Barack Obama Charter has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Barack Obama Charter offer ?
Barack Obama Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Barack Obama Charter part of?
Barack Obama Charter is part of Barack Obama Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Barack Obama Charter located?
Barack Obama Charter is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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