Serving 407 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Isana Achernar 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 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Isana Achernar Academy's student population of 407 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
407 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Isana Achernar 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 Isana Achernar Academy is 0.46, 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
#7624 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
67%
56%
Black
31%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Isana Achernar Academy's ranking?
Isana Achernar Academy is ranked #7624 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Isana Achernar Academy?
407 students attend Isana Achernar Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Isana Achernar Academy students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Isana Achernar Academy?
Isana Achernar Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Isana Achernar Academy offer ?
Isana Achernar Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Isana Achernar Academy part of?
Isana Achernar Academy is part of Isana Achernar Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Isana Achernar Academy located?
Isana Achernar 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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