Serving 298 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Isana Cardinal Academy 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 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Isana Cardinal Academy's student population of 298 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Isana Cardinal Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Isana Cardinal Academy is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6081 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
94%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Isana Cardinal Academy's ranking?
Isana Cardinal Academy is ranked #6081 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Isana Cardinal Academy?
298 students attend Isana Cardinal Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Isana Cardinal Academy students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Isana Cardinal Academy?
Isana Cardinal Academy has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Isana Cardinal Academy offer ?
Isana Cardinal Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Isana Cardinal Academy part of?
Isana Cardinal Academy is part of Isana Cardinal Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Isana Cardinal Academy located?
Isana Cardinal Academy is located in the Sun Valley neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
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