Serving 1,057 students in grades 4-8, La Mesa Arts Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 1,057 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Mesa Arts Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
La Mesa Arts Academy's student population of 1,057 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
1,057 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Mesa Arts Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Mesa Arts Academy is 0.68, which is more 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
#1450 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
36%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
43%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Mesa Arts Academy's ranking?
La Mesa Arts Academy is ranked #1450 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Mesa Arts Academy often compared to?
La Mesa Arts Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Parkway Sports And Health Science Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend La Mesa Arts Academy?
1,057 students attend La Mesa Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of La Mesa Arts Academy students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Mesa Arts Academy?
La Mesa Arts Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Mesa Arts Academy offer ?
La Mesa Arts Academy offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is La Mesa Arts Academy part of?
La Mesa Arts Academy is part of La Mesa-Spring Valley School District.
School Reviews
2 6/14/2010
The school is okay. Not great. Will not put my 3rd child in this school, we will be going to Parkway Middle where the teachers are more interested in teaching. The principle at this school LMMS, needs to have a reality check with her students.
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