Serving 446 students in grades 5-8, Crown Preparatory 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 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crown Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Crown Preparatory Academy's student population of 446 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
446 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crown Preparatory 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 Crown Preparatory Academy is 0.17, 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
#7624 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
8%
5%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crown Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Crown Preparatory Academy is ranked #7624 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Crown Preparatory Academy?
446 students attend Crown Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Crown Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crown Preparatory Academy?
Crown Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Crown Preparatory Academy offer ?
Crown Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Crown Preparatory Academy part of?
Crown Preparatory Academy is part of Crown Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Crown Preparatory Academy located?
Crown Preparatory Academy 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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