PUC Early College Academy for Leaders and Scholars (ECALS)

PUC Early College Academy for Leaders and Scholars (ECALS) is the sole public charter high school serving grades 9-12 in this data set, located in Los Angeles, California. This school stands out for its high graduation rate of 93.6% and low dropout rate of 2.1%, both significantly better than state averages. ECALS also excels in English Language Arts/Literacy proficiency, with higher 11th grade and end-of-course scores compared to California as a whole. However, the school's math and science proficiency rates lag behind state levels, indicating an area for improvement.

With an enrollment of 199 students, ECALS has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 12.8 to 1. The school serves a predominantly economically disadvantaged population, with nearly 94% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. This context is important when evaluating the school's performance. While ECALS' statewide ranking has fluctuated in recent years, ranging from 895 to 1,062 out of all California high schools, the school's district is ranked 613 out of 1,568 districts in the state and is rated 3 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger.

Overall, PUC Early College Academy for Leaders and Scholars (ECALS) demonstrates strengths in English Language Arts and student retention, but has room for growth in math and science. The school's high percentage of economically disadvantaged students is an important factor to consider when interpreting its performance and identifying the resources and support it may need to address the unique challenges faced by its student population.