Young Oak Kim Academy is a middle school within the Los Angeles Unified School District, Local District 4. It was established in 2009 as the only middle school in the LAUSD to practice single-sex education.
Serving 715 students in grades 6-8, Young Oak Kim 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 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 715 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Young Oak Kim Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Young Oak Kim Academy's student population of 715 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
715 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Rankings
Young Oak Kim 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 Young Oak Kim Academy is 0.10, 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
#7316 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
95%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Young Oak Kim Academy's ranking?
Young Oak Kim Academy is ranked #7316 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Young Oak Kim Academy?
715 students attend Young Oak Kim Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Young Oak Kim Academy students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Young Oak Kim Academy?
Young Oak Kim Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Young Oak Kim Academy offer ?
Young Oak Kim Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Young Oak Kim Academy part of?
Young Oak Kim Academy is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Young Oak Kim Academy located?
Young Oak Kim Academy is located in the Koreatown neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 18 other public schools located in Koreatown.
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