Serving 433 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Van Gogh Charter ranks in the top 10% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 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 Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Gogh Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Van Gogh Charter's student population of 433 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
433 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Van Gogh Charter ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Gogh Charter is 0.68, 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
#959 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
40%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
38%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Gogh Charter's ranking?
Van Gogh Charter is ranked #959 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Van Gogh Charter often compared to?
Van Gogh Charteris often viewed alongside schools like El Oro Way Charter For Enriched Studies by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Van Gogh Charter?
433 students attend Van Gogh Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Van Gogh Charter students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Van Gogh Charter?
Van Gogh Charter has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Van Gogh Charter offer ?
Van Gogh Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Van Gogh Charter part of?
Van Gogh Charter is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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