Serving 194 students in grades 6-12, New Designs Charter School-watts 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 15-19% (which is lower than 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 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Designs Charter School-watts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
New Designs Charter School-watts's student population of 194 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
194 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Designs Charter School-watts 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 New Designs Charter School-watts is 0.59, 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
#8330 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
31%
56%
Black
56%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Designs Charter School-watts's ranking?
New Designs Charter School-watts is ranked #8330 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?
15-19% 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).
What is the graduation rate of New Designs Charter School-watts?
The graduation rate of New Designs Charter School-watts is 85-89%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend New Designs Charter School-watts?
194 students attend New Designs Charter School-watts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of New Designs Charter School-watts students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Designs Charter School-watts?
New Designs Charter School-watts has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does New Designs Charter School-watts offer ?
New Designs Charter School-watts offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is New Designs Charter School-watts part of?
New Designs Charter School-watts is part of New Designs Charter School-Watts School District.
In what neighborhood is New Designs Charter School-watts located?
New Designs Charter School-watts 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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