Serving 1,015 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Language 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 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,015 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Language Academy's student population of 1,015 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,015 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Language Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Language Academy is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2264 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
54%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
25%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Language Academy's ranking?
Language Academy is ranked #2264 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Language Academy often compared to?
Language Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Hardy Elementary School, Hearst Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Language Academy?
1,015 students attend Language Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Language Academy students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Language Academy?
Language Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Language Academy offer ?
Language Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Language Academy part of?
Language Academy is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Language Academy located?
Language Academy is located in the Mid City neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 10 other public schools located in Mid City.
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