Serving 1,693 students in grades 6-8, George Ellery Hale Charter Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (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 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,693 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Ellery Hale Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
George Ellery Hale Charter Academy's student population of 1,693 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,693 students
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Year Founded
2016
School Calendar
School Rankings
George Ellery Hale Charter Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Ellery Hale Charter Academy is 0.72, 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
#2015 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
33%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
38%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Huskies
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Ellery Hale Charter Academy's ranking?
George Ellery Hale Charter Academy is ranked #2015 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are George Ellery Hale Charter Academy often compared to?
George Ellery Hale Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland Hills Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% 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 George Ellery Hale Charter Academy?
1,693 students attend George Ellery Hale Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of George Ellery Hale Charter Academy students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Ellery Hale Charter Academy?
George Ellery Hale Charter Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does George Ellery Hale Charter Academy offer ?
George Ellery Hale Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is George Ellery Hale Charter Academy part of?
George Ellery Hale Charter Academy is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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