Washington Youth Academy serves 34 students in grades 10-11.
Minority enrollment was 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-11
Total Students
34 students
Total Classroom Teachers (05-06)
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
53%
55%
Black
18%
5%
White
26%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
26%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Washington Youth Academy?
34 students attend Washington Youth Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Washington Youth Academy students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What grades does Washington Youth Academy offer ?
Washington Youth Academy offers enrollment in grades 10-11
What school district is Washington Youth Academy part of?
Washington Youth Academy is part of Washington Unified School District.
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