Pomelo Community Charter

School Overview
Pomelo Community Charter, located in the West Hills neighborhood of Los Angeles, is a public elementary school serving students from transitional kindergarten through fifth grade. As an affiliated charter school within the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), it operates with a degree of autonomy that allows it to tailor its educational programs to the specific needs of its student body while maintaining the resources and oversight of the larger district. The school is known for its strong emphasis on community involvement, often highlighting a collaborative relationship between parents, teachers, and administrators to foster a supportive learning environment.

The school places a significant focus on academic achievement and enrichment, frequently incorporating specialized programs in arts, technology, and character development into the standard curriculum. Because of its charter status, Pomelo often emphasizes innovative teaching methods and a project-based approach to learning. Its location in the suburban West Hills area makes it a focal point for local families, and the school is highly regarded for its commitment to creating a safe, inclusive atmosphere that encourages student growth both inside and outside the classroom.
612
Total Students
28.0
Full-Time Teachers
21.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
31.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Pomelo Community Charter
Demographic Student Count
White248
Hispanic146
Black22
Asian80
Two or More115
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    248 (40.5%)
  • Hispanic
    146 (23.9%)
  • Two or More
    115 (18.8%)
  • Asian
    80 (13.1%)
  • Black
    22 (3.6%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Los Angeles Unified
Phone: (818)887-9700
Website: http://pomelocharteres.lausd.org
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 612
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 28.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 21.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 191
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 3
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 157
Grade 1 82
Grade 2 92
Grade 3 100
Grade 4 96
Grade 5 85

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Pomelo Community Charter
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten157
Grade 182
Grade 292
Grade 3100
Grade 496
Grade 585
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Pomelo Community Charter
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female28045.8%
Male33254.2%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)