Serving 526 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lashon Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lashon Academy's student population of 526 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lashon Academy 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 is 0.56, 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
#2855 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
57%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
35%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
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's ranking?
Lashon Academy is ranked #2855 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lashon Academy often compared to?
Lashon Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Burbank Boulevard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lashon Academy?
526 students attend Lashon Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Lashon Academy students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lashon Academy?
Lashon Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Lashon Academy offer ?
Lashon Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Lashon Academy part of?
Lashon Academy is part of Lashon Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Lashon Academy located?
Lashon Academy is located in the Van Nuys neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
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