Foshay Learning Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Foshay Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,727 students
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
School Rankings
Foshay Learning Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#6887 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
1%
Asian
(21-22)n/a
12%
Hispanic
(21-22)86%
56%
Black
(21-22)12%
5%
White
(21-22)1%
21%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)1%
5%
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
90%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foshay Learning Center's ranking?
Foshay Learning Center is ranked #6887 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Foshay Learning Center often compared to?
Foshay Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Louis Lake Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Foshay Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Foshay Learning Center is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Foshay Learning Center?
1,727 students attend Foshay Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Foshay Learning Center students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Foshay Learning Center offer ?
Foshay Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Foshay Learning Center part of?
Foshay Learning Center is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Foshay Learning Center located?
Foshay Learning Center is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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