Serving 618 students in grades 6-8, Dr. Julian Nava Learning 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% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 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 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 618 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 15%
- Reading Proficiency: 28%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy's student population of 618 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
618 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy is 0.13, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)28%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
93%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy?
618 students attend Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy?
Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy offer ?
Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy part of?
Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy located?
Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy is located in the Downtown Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in Downtown Los Angeles.
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