Serving 462 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Yes 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 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (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 (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: YES Academy serves the southeast part of Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located up to 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Yes Academy's student population of 462 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
462 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Greatness takes flight at YES Academy
School Rankings
Yes 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 Yes Academy is 0.53, 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
#8997 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
62%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
29%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Yellow and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yes Academy's ranking?
Yes Academy is ranked #8997 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Yes Academy?
462 students attend Yes Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Yes Academy students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yes Academy?
Yes Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Yes Academy offer ?
Yes Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Yes Academy part of?
Yes Academy is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Yes Academy located?
Yes 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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