Serving 1,396 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Porter Ranch Community ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (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 76% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,396 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Porter Ranch Community ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Porter Ranch Community's student population of 1,396 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Porter Ranch Community 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 Porter Ranch Community is 0.75, 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
#648 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
38%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
24%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Porter Ranch Community's ranking?
Porter Ranch Community is ranked #648 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Porter Ranch Community often compared to?
Porter Ranch Communityis often viewed alongside schools like Castlebay Lane Charter, Beckford Charter For Enriched Studies by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Porter Ranch Community?
1,396 students attend Porter Ranch Community.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Porter Ranch Community students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Porter Ranch Community?
Porter Ranch Community has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Porter Ranch Community offer ?
Porter Ranch Community offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Porter Ranch Community part of?
Porter Ranch Community is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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