Serving 409 students in grades 6-12, Westbrook Academy 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 30-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westbrook Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Westbrook Academy's student population of 409 students has grown by 101% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
409 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Westbrook Academy 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 Westbrook Academy is 0.29, 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
#7660 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
83%
56%
Black
16%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
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 Westbrook Academy's ranking?
Westbrook Academy is ranked #7660 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westbrook Academy?
The graduation rate of Westbrook Academy is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Westbrook Academy?
409 students attend Westbrook Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Westbrook Academy students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westbrook Academy?
Westbrook Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Westbrook Academy offer ?
Westbrook Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Westbrook Academy part of?
Westbrook Academy is part of Westbrook Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Westbrook Academy located?
Westbrook Academy is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of South Gate, CA.
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