Serving 72 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Lashon Academy City ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lashon Academy City ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Lashon Academy City's student population of 72 students has grown by 227% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
72 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lashon Academy City ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lashon Academy City is 0.41, 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
#2581 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
75%
55%
Black
18%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lashon Academy City's ranking?
Lashon Academy City is ranked #2581 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lashon Academy City?
72 students attend Lashon Academy City.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Lashon Academy City students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lashon Academy City?
Lashon Academy City has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Lashon Academy City offer ?
Lashon Academy City offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Lashon Academy City part of?
Lashon Academy City is part of Lashon Academy City School District.
In what neighborhood is Lashon Academy City located?
Lashon Academy City 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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