Community Magnet Charter School is a magnet primary school of the Los Angeles Unified School District, located in Bel-Air, Los Angeles, California. It was previously located on the property of the Los Angeles Center for Enriched Studies in Mid-City. Community is among the oldest magnet schools in LAUSD.
Serving 425 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Community Magnet Charter Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Community Magnet Charter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Community Magnet Charter Elementary School's student population of 425 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
425 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1977
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
School Motto
Community, Creativity, Compassion - Learning Together, Growing Forever
School Rankings
Community Magnet Charter Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Community Magnet Charter Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#397 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
27%
12%
Hispanic
14%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
35%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Community Magnet Charter Elementary School's ranking?
Community Magnet Charter Elementary School is ranked #397 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Community Magnet Charter Elementary School?
425 students attend Community Magnet Charter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Community Magnet Charter Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 11% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Community Magnet Charter Elementary School?
Community Magnet Charter Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Community Magnet Charter Elementary School offer ?
Community Magnet Charter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Community Magnet Charter Elementary School part of?
Community Magnet Charter Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Community Magnet Charter Elementary School located?
Community Magnet Charter Elementary School is located in the Bel Air neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Bel Air.
School Reviews
Review Community Magnet Charter Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.
