Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy

About Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy

Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy is a unique and innovative school located in the heart of the city. This innovative school offers a unique blend of traditional and modern educational approaches, with a focus on the development of the whole student. The school provides a rigorous academic environment with high expectations for student success. At Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy, students are encouraged to explore their interests, think critically, and develop their skills in a variety of areas. The school offers a wide range of classes and activities, including a variety of electives, advanced classes, and extracurricular activities. The school also offers a variety of support services, such as counseling and tutoring, to help students reach their academic goals. The school also has a strong commitment to community involvement, and provides a variety of opportunities for students to get involved in the local community. This includes volunteering at local charities, participating in community service projects, and engaging in civic activities. Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy is dedicated to providing an excellent educational experience for all its students. The school is committed to providing a safe and supportive learning environment, and to helping its students develop into successful individuals.

Address:	1600 W. Imperial Hwy. Los Angeles, CA 90057
Phone:	(323) 954-9957
Site:	brightstarschools.org
Grades:	9 – 12
Enrollment:	536 students

Overview Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy

Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy serves 536 students in grades 9-12.
Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy placed in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.

Verdict on Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy

Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy is ranked within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Bright Star Secondary Charter 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.