Serving 527 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy 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 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to 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: 527 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy's student population of 527 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
527 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Motto
Dearborn Elementary...Where Dreams Begin
School Rankings
Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy 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 Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy is 0.62, 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
#1668 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
58%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy's ranking?
Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy is ranked #1668 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy often compared to?
Dearborn Elementary Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Granada Elementary School, Andasol Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy?
527 students attend Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy?
Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy offer ?
Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy part of?
Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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