Serving 519 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Gil Garcetti Learning Academy ranks in the bottom 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 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (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.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sixty-Eighth Street Elementary serves the southeastern part of Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gil Garcetti Learning Academy's student population of 519 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
519 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Embracing our diversity to educate L.A.'s youth, ensure academic achievement and empower tomorrow’s leaders.
School Rankings
Gil Garcetti Learning 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 Gil Garcetti Learning Academy is 0.23, 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
#5196 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
87%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
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 Gil Garcetti Learning Academy's ranking?
Gil Garcetti Learning Academy is ranked #5196 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Gil Garcetti Learning Academy?
519 students attend Gil Garcetti Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Gil Garcetti Learning Academy students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gil Garcetti Learning Academy?
Gil Garcetti Learning Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gil Garcetti Learning Academy offer ?
Gil Garcetti Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Gil Garcetti Learning Academy part of?
Gil Garcetti Learning Academy is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Gil Garcetti Learning Academy located?
Gil Garcetti Learning 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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