Serving 495 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Judith F. Baca Arts 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 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Judith F. Baca Arts Academy serves the southeast part of Los Angeles, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Families typically reside within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Judith F. Baca Arts Academy's student population of 495 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
495 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Judith F. Baca Arts 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 Judith F. Baca Arts Academy is 0.15, 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
#6061 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
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 Judith F. Baca Arts Academy's ranking?
Judith F. Baca Arts Academy is ranked #6061 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Judith F. Baca Arts Academy?
495 students attend Judith F. Baca Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Judith F. Baca Arts Academy students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Judith F. Baca Arts Academy?
Judith F. Baca Arts Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Judith F. Baca Arts Academy offer ?
Judith F. Baca Arts Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Judith F. Baca Arts Academy part of?
Judith F. Baca Arts Academy is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Judith F. Baca Arts Academy located?
Judith F. Baca Arts 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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