Serving 575 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lashon Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (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 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- 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 575 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
575 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026
School Rankings
Lashon Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lashon Academy is 0.53, 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
#3042 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
61%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
32%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lashon Academy's ranking?
Lashon Academy is ranked #3042 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
37% 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 Lashon Academy?
575 students attend Lashon Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Lashon Academy students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 5% 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 Lashon Academy?
Lashon Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
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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