What Larchmont Charter School does

Larchmont Charter School is a tuition-free, parent-initiated public charter school authorized by the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), serving students from Transitional Kindergarten through 12th grade across five physical campuses in the Los Angeles area. Founded in 2004, the school operates a continuous-enrollment model in which students admitted through a public lottery remain enrolled through graduation without annual re-lottery. The educational offering is anchored on a constructivist, experience-centered, inquiry-based philosophy and an explicit "Diverse by Design" mission focused on socio-economic, cultural, and racial integration. Operations span five campuses: Wilshire (TK-3), Fairfax (TK-3), LCUE (4-5), LCMS/Selma (6-8), and LCHS/Lafayette Park (9-12), plus a Self-Guided Study Program for grades 6-12.

The school's technology stack is built entirely on third-party edtech SaaS: Google Classroom and Google Suite for grades 5-12 instruction; PowerSchool as the student information system for grades and attendance; ParentSquare and StudentSquare for parent and student communications; BrightWheel for after-school program sign-in and payments; SchoolMint for lottery-based admissions; and Zoom for virtual meetings. The school's website, student store, and admissions portal are built on the Wix platform. No proprietary technology, AI/ML systems, or custom-built platforms were identified.

Revenue is generated through three streams: (1) per-pupil state and federal public charter funding tied to average daily attendance, the primary operating revenue; (2) private donations and fundraising through the Jogathon (~$175K annual goal), the Spring Soirée Gala, and the Annual Giving Drive, which fund smaller class sizes, enrichment programming, and teacher retention; and (3) after-school program fees at $24/day per student ($22 for siblings, free for free/reduced-lunch qualifiers), with additional fees for enrichment classes. The school is a California non-profit public benefit corporation governed by a Governing Board, with no private equity or venture capital ownership.

Name

Larchmont Charter School

Legal name

Larchmont Charter School

Website

https://larchmontcharter.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Larchmont Charter School is a tuition-free, LAUSD-authorized public charter school serving TK-12 students across five campuses in Los Angeles, using lottery-based admissions and a constructivist, diversity-focused educational model.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Charter School Networks (Multi-Site) (EDAJACAC)

Keywords

• K-12 public education
• Charter school education
• College preparatory programs
• After school programs
• Independent study programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Los Angeles

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Public Charter School Funding: As a public charter school authorized by LAUSD, LCS receives per-pupil state and federal funding based on average daily attendance. This is the primary funding source for operations.
2. Donations and Fundraising: Major annual fundraisers include the Jogathon (student-led campaign with $175,000 goal), Spring Soirée Gala, and general Annual Giving Drive. Donor contributions support extras including smaller class sizes, enriched programming, and teacher retention.
3. After School Program Fees: After school program care fees of $24/day per student ($22 for siblings), with free care for students qualifying for free or reduced lunch. Additional enrichment classes available for separate fees.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Larchmont Charter School is a tuition-free, parent-initiated public charter school authorized by LAUSD that delivers TK-12 education across five Los Angeles-area campuses using a constructivist, experience-centered, inquiry-based learning approach. The school provides continuous enrollment from Transitional Kindergarten through 12th grade, supplemented by an After School Program, Summertime Learning resources, a Self-Guided Study Program alternative for grades 6-12, and a college preparatory curriculum with demonstrated strong acceptance outcomes including 500+ acceptances for the Class of 2026.

Product overview

Larchmont Charter School operates as a TK-12 public charter school with five physical campuses (Wilshire TK-3, Fairfax TK-3, LCUE Upper Elementary 4-5, LCMS Middle School 6-8, and LCHS High School 9-12) plus a Self-Guided Study Program for grades 6-12. The school provides educational programs enhanced by technology platforms including Google Classroom for digital learning, ParentSquare for family communication, and PowerSchool for grade/attendance tracking. Additional services include After School Programs at all campuses with enrichment classes, and the LCS Student Store for merchandise and event tickets. All technology tools work together to support the school's constructivist, experience-centered educational approach.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• LOOP - Larchmont Organization Of Parents: Parent-initiated group across all Larchmont campuses that organizes fundraisers, events, volunteer efforts, and committees across the four sites.
• LCS Student Store

Products and services

• Wilshire Campus Elementary Program Elementary education program serving Transitional Kindergarten through 3rd grade at the Wilshire Campus located at 4900 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, operating within the LAUSD-authorized public charter school framework.
• Fairfax Campus Elementary Program Elementary education program serving Transitional Kindergarten through 3rd grade at the Fairfax Campus located at 1265 N. Fairfax Ave., Los Angeles, operating within the LAUSD-authorized public charter school framework.
• LCUE Upper Elementary Program Upper elementary education program serving grades 4 and 5, designed as the next stage of the TK-12 constructivist learning continuum after the Wilshire and Fairfax elementary campuses.
• LCMS Middle School Program Middle school education program serving grades 6 through 8, continuing the constructivist, inquiry-based learning approach and preparing students for the high school years.
• LCHS High School Program College preparatory high school program serving grades 9 through 12, delivering advanced coursework, college counseling, and the culminating stage of the TK-12 constructivist learning continuum with demonstrated strong college acceptance outcomes.
• Self-Guided Study Program Alternative independent study program available for grades 6 through 12, providing a self-directed learning option for students requiring flexibility outside the traditional campus schedule while remaining enrolled in the LAUSD-authorized charter.
• After School Program Fee-based after school care and enrichment program operating after the regular school day from dismissal to 6:00pm, priced at $24 per day with a sibling rate of $22 per day and free participation for families qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. Late pickup incurs a $1 per minute penalty after 6pm.
• LCS Student Store Online store offering branded school merchandise, spirit wear, and event ticket sales (including Jogathon, Spring Soirée Gala, and other school events) for the Larchmont Charter School community.
• Summertime Learning Summer learning resource offering provided to students and families to support continued academic engagement during the summer break.

Quantifiable outcome

• Class of 2026 achieved 500+ college acceptances including 14 Ivy League acceptances
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration9 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• DSH ArchitectureminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 March 2026Spring Soirée Gala sponsor providing financial support for the annual fundraising event. DSH Architecture contributed to the school's signature fundraising gala in 2026.
• One Of Us MezcalminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 March 2026Spring Soirée Gala sponsor providing donations for the annual fundraising event. Contributed to the school's signature fundraising gala in 2026.
• Car Wraps.comminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 March 2026Spring Soirée Gala sponsor providing financial support for the annual fundraising event.
• Montage Insurance SolutionsminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 March 2026Spring Soirée Gala sponsor providing financial support for the annual fundraising event.
• Korean Institute of Southern CaliforniaminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 March 2026Spring Soirée Gala sponsor supporting the school's annual fundraising efforts.
• BrightWheelcoreTechnology or IntegrationAfter school program management platform used for parent sign-in/sign-out and payment processing across all campuses. BrightWheel enables parents to manage ASP enrollment, payments, and attendance for Wilshire, Fairfax, LCUE, and Selma after school programs.
• Google (Google Classroom, Google Suite)coreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology platform for grades 5-12 providing student Google accounts, Google Classroom for assignments and feedback, Google Drive for storage, Google Meet for virtual meetings, and school-issued Chromebooks.
• PowerSchoolcoreTechnology or IntegrationStudent information system used for grade access, attendance tracking, and family contact information management.
• ParentSquarecoreTechnology or IntegrationUnified communications platform connecting parents, teachers, and administrators for announcements, groups, direct messaging, report cards, attendance, and volunteer sign-ups. Also provides StudentSquare for grades 5-12 students.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• KIPP LA Schools: KIPP LA operates a network of tuition-free public charter schools in Los Angeles serving TK-12 students with a college-preparatory focus. It is a direct comparable in mission, structure, and target market.
• Aspire Public Schools: California-based charter school network operating college-preparatory TK-12 schools across the state. Comparable as a multi-campus charter school network with similar demographics and outcomes focus.
• Citizens of the World Charter Schools: Operates multiple tuition-free public charter schools in Los Angeles and other cities with a similar commitment to socio-economic diversity. Comparable LA charter peer.
• Green Dot Public Schools: Green Dot operates the largest charter school network in Los Angeles, running multiple public charter high schools and middle schools. Comparable as a multi-site LA-area charter network with similar college-prep focus.
• Alliance College-Ready Public Schools: Alliance operates a network of TK-12 charter schools across Los Angeles targeting underserved communities, with similar college-preparatory mission and lottery-based enrollment. Directly comparable peer in scale and geography.
• Magnolia Public Schools: Operates a network of public charter schools across California including the LA area, with a STEM-focused college-preparatory model. Comparable multi-site charter network with similar student demographics.
• Camino Nuevo Charter Academy: Operates multiple public charter school campuses in Los Angeles serving predominantly underserved communities. Directly comparable as a multi-site LA charter school network.
• Bright Star Schools: Operates a network of public charter schools in Los Angeles serving grades TK-12, with similar constructivist teaching approach and college-preparatory mission. Comparable peer in LA charter market.

Others

• California Department of Education: State-level education authority that administers Charter Schools Act and per-pupil funding formulas. LCS operates within this regulatory and funding framework; relevant as the governing counterpart for sector dynamics.

Emerging players

• Wellspring Charter Schools: Smaller California charter school network with similar constructivist, community-oriented approach. Comparable mission overlap though smaller in scale than LCS.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCVopuUqeqnR_-t2mJwwBPqw/featured
• Facebookfacebook.com/LarchmontSchool
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/larchmontcharterschool
• Instagraminstagram.com/larchmontschool
• Xx.com/larchmontschool

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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