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Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy

High School · Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen HLT SRVs Acad DIST

8515 Kansas Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90044

Charter

Enrollment

452

Student-Teacher

18.8:1

Score

6.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,054 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#307 of 563

public schools

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy

6.7/10

High School in Los Angeles · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy

Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen HLT SRVs Acad DIST. Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy serves approximately 452 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,054 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

How it comparesOn par with CA schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

38% of students at Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-1.5 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-16.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.4 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+7.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
College Readiness6.9Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation29.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,223
Chronic Absenteeism38.1%

Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy — Students at Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

98.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 16.8% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 43.8% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
51.5% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 8 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2018
Math
22%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
11.5%
ELA
40.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.8/10.

How Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy Compares

See how Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
58th percentile in CA
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.6
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
29.9% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

8515 Kansas Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90044

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Youth Opportunities Unlimited (rated 5.9/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, LOS ANGELES COMPUTER SCIENCE ACADEMY (rated 4.8/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Vox Collegiate of Los Angeles Los Angeles 0.0 mi 7.2
ST MICHAELS SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.1 mi 4.5
True Education Learning Academy Los Angeles 0.1 mi
Youth Opportunities Unlimited Los Angeles 0.2 mi 5.9
Danny J. Bakewell Sr. Primary Center Los Angeles 0.3 mi 6.5
Frederick K.C. Price III Christian Schools Los Angeles 0.6 mi
Manchester Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.5 mi 5.9
Loren Miller Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 6.4
Bret Harte Preparatory Middle Los Angeles 0.7 mi 6.1
Ninety-Fifth Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 6.3
KIPP Academy of Opportunity Los Angeles 0.7 mi 6.1
La Salle Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 7.5
KIPP Empower Academy Los Angeles 0.7 mi 3.7
Raymond Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 7.7
TEACH Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem Los Angeles 0.9 mi 5.9
MUHAMMAD UNIVERSITY OF ISLAM - LOS ANGELES Los Angeles 0.9 mi 6.5
LOS ANGELES COMPUTER SCIENCE ACADEMY Los Angeles 1.1 mi 4.8
ST RAPHAEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles 1.1 mi 4.3
St. Raphael Elementary Los Angeles 1.1 mi
Gerald A. Lawson Acad of the Arts Math and Sci Los Angeles 1.2 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90044 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,433

Median Home Value

$588,200

Median Rent

$1,427/mo

Population

95,859

College Educated

11.1%

Homeownership

31.3%

Avg Commute

34.4 min

Poverty Rate

26.6%

Median Age

32

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy

What grades does Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy serve?

Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy?

Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy has an enrollment of approximately 452 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy rank in CA?

Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy ranks #4,054 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

Is Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy a charter school?

Yes, Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy a Title I school?

No, Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy?

98.5% of students at Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
81 Very Walkable
Transit Score
59 Good Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
452
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
98.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.1%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen HLT SRVs Acad DIST
District Enrollment
452
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,223
District Rank
#1 of 1

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