Serving 408 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gratts Learning Academy For Young Scholars (Glays) 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 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gratts Learning Academy for Young Scholars (GLAYS) serves the eastern part of its school district in Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical driving time of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gratts Learning Academy For Young Scholars (Glays)'s student population of 408 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
408 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Ready for the World!
School Rankings
Gratts Learning Academy For Young Scholars (Glays) 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 Gratts Learning Academy For Young Scholars (Glays) is 0.34, 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
#6609 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
80%
56%
Black
14%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gratts Learning Academy For Young Scholars (Glays)'s ranking?
Gratts Learning Academy For Young Scholars (Glays) is ranked #6609 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Gratts Learning Academy For Young Scholars (Glays) often compared to?
Gratts Learning Academy For Young Scholars (Glays)is often viewed alongside schools like Ann Street Elementary School, Magnolia Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Gratts Learning Academy For Young Scholars (Glays)?
408 students attend Gratts Learning Academy For Young Scholars (Glays).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Gratts Learning Academy For Young Scholars (Glays) students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gratts Learning Academy For Young Scholars (Glays)?
Gratts Learning Academy For Young Scholars (Glays) has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gratts Learning Academy For Young Scholars (Glays) offer ?
Gratts Learning Academy For Young Scholars (Glays) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Gratts Learning Academy For Young Scholars (Glays) part of?
Gratts Learning Academy For Young Scholars (Glays) is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Gratts Learning Academy For Young Scholars (Glays) located?
Gratts Learning Academy For Young Scholars (Glays) is located in the Westlake neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 40 other public schools located in Westlake.
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