Serving 293 students in grades 6-12, Barack Obama Global Preparation 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 4% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 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 (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy serves the eastern part of Los Angeles, CA, within an attendance area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Most families live about 5-10 minutes from the school, with the farthest distance being about 1.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy's student population of 293 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
293 students
Showing 2014–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 14-year historical data
School Rankings
Barack Obama Global Preparation 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 Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy is 0.43, 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
#9322 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Hispanic
73%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Black
21%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 15-year historical data
White
2%
20%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 15-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy's ranking?
Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy is ranked #9322 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?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy?
293 students attend Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy?
Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy offer ?
Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy part of?
Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy located?
Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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