Serving 379 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carlos Santana Arts 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 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carlos Santana Arts Academy's student population of 379 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carlos Santana Arts Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carlos Santana Arts Academy is 0.26, 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
#7843 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
86%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Carlos Santana Arts Academy's ranking?
Carlos Santana Arts Academy is ranked #7843 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Carlos Santana Arts Academy often compared to?
Carlos Santana Arts Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Charter Elementary School, Vintage Math/science/technology Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Carlos Santana Arts Academy?
379 students attend Carlos Santana Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Carlos Santana Arts Academy students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carlos Santana Arts Academy?
Carlos Santana Arts Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Carlos Santana Arts Academy offer ?
Carlos Santana Arts Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Carlos Santana Arts Academy part of?
Carlos Santana Arts Academy is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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