Serving 322 students in grades 6-12, Los Angeles Leadership 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 7% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Los Angeles Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Los Angeles Leadership Academy's student population of 322 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
322 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Rankings
Los Angeles Leadership Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Los Angeles Leadership Academy is 0.12, which is less 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
#8445 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
94%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Los Angeles Leadership Academy's ranking?
Los Angeles Leadership Academy is ranked #8445 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Los Angeles Leadership Academy often compared to?
Los Angeles Leadership Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Hollywood Senior High School, Malibu High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Los Angeles Leadership Academy?
The graduation rate of Los Angeles Leadership Academy is 80-89%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Los Angeles Leadership Academy?
322 students attend Los Angeles Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Los Angeles Leadership Academy students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Los Angeles Leadership Academy?
Los Angeles Leadership Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Los Angeles Leadership Academy offer ?
Los Angeles Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Los Angeles Leadership Academy part of?
Los Angeles Leadership Academy is part of Los Angeles Leadership Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Los Angeles Leadership Academy located?
Los Angeles Leadership Academy is located in the Lincoln Heights neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Lincoln Heights.
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