Below Average
#7716 of 9,539 schools in CA
Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy
High School · Los Angeles Unified
1700 West 46th St., Los Angeles, CA 90062
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,716 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#511 of 563
public schools
In district
#732 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy
Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy serves approximately 368 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,716 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
52% of students at Barack Obama Global Preparation 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
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Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy — Students at Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.7/10.
How Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy Compares
See how Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1700 West 46th St., Los Angeles, CA 90062
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LITTLET CITIZEN WESTSIDE ACD (rated 7.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Alliance Ouchi-O'Donovan 6-12 Complex (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90062 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,652
Median Home Value
$672,700
Median Rent
$1,473/mo
Population
32,110
College Educated
16.5%
Homeownership
46.1%
Avg Commute
35.9 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
38.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy
What grades does Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy serve?
Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy?
Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy has an enrollment of approximately 368 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy rank in CA?
Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy ranks #7,716 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy a charter school?
No, Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy a Title I school?
No, Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy?
91.6% of students at Barack Obama Global Preparation 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 368
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.9%
- Phone
- (323) 421-1700
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #732 of 769
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