Excellent
#1574 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 17% in state
Gil Garcetti Learning Academy
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
612 West 68th St., Los Angeles, CA 90044
Enrollment
513
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
513
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,574 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#137 of 563
public schools
In district
#178 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Gil Garcetti Learning Academy
Gil Garcetti Learning Academy is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Gil Garcetti Learning Academy serves approximately 513 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Gil Garcetti Learning Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,574 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Gil Garcetti Learning Academy show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
54% of students at Gil Garcetti Learning 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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Gil Garcetti Learning Academy — Students at Gil Garcetti Learning Academy score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99%
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: 8.1/10.
How Gil Garcetti Learning Academy Compares
See how Gil Garcetti Learning 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
612 West 68th St., Los Angeles, CA 90044
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gil Garcetti Learning Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Raymond Avenue Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Sixty-Sixth Street Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Loren Miller Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. 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 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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Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gil Garcetti Learning Academy
What grades does Gil Garcetti Learning Academy serve?
Gil Garcetti Learning Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Gil Garcetti Learning Academy?
Gil Garcetti Learning Academy has an enrollment of approximately 513 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gil Garcetti Learning Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Gil Garcetti Learning Academy is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gil Garcetti Learning Academy rank in CA?
Gil Garcetti Learning Academy ranks #1,574 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Gil Garcetti Learning Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Gil Garcetti Learning Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Gil Garcetti Learning Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gil Garcetti Learning Academy has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Gil Garcetti Learning Academy a charter school?
No, Gil Garcetti Learning Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gil Garcetti Learning Academy a Title I school?
No, Gil Garcetti Learning Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gil Garcetti Learning Academy?
99.0% of students at Gil Garcetti Learning 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 513
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.8%
- Phone
- (323) 753-2133
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #178 of 769
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