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#1305 of 1,790 private schools in CA

Islah Academy

Elementary School

2900 W SLAUSON AVE, Los Angeles, CA 90043

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 549 schools in Los Angeles. Learn more

Enrollment

40

Student-Teacher

8:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Los Angeles

#94 of 137

public schools

California elementary schools

#776 of 1,102

About Islah Academy

Islah Academy serves students from kindergarten through 8th grade in Los Angeles, offering an intimate educational environment with just 40 students and an exceptional 8:1 student-teacher ratio. This small regular public school benefits from having 5 full-time equivalent teachers, ensuring personalized attention for each student. The school has earned impressive recognition with a 9.0 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranks #475 out of 1790 schools statewide, placing it in the 74th percentile among California elementary schools.

This strong performance reflects the advantages of Islah Academy's small, focused learning community where teachers can develop close relationships with students and families. Located at 2900 W Slauson Ave, the school sits in the 90043 ZIP code area, a diverse neighborhood where the median household income is $63,990 and median home values reach $816,600. The surrounding community shows a mix of educational backgrounds, with 31% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, while the poverty rate stands at 16.7%.

Islah Academy's position in Los Angeles provides students access to the resources and opportunities of a major metropolitan area while maintaining the close-knit atmosphere that only a small school can offer.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 40 students, Islah Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 8:1, Islah Academy offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Islah Academy operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Islah Academy compares to 451 public schools serving similar grades in Los Angeles, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
This School
vs
19.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
40
This School
vs
429
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.6
This School
vs
7.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 92.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 7.5% vs 0%
Islah Academy Los Angeles Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Islah Academy (this school) 5.6
Fifty-Ninth Street Elementary 8.3
Alliance Ouchi-O'Donovan 6-12 Complex 7.1
Crete Academy 5.3
Angeles Mesa Elementary 7.5
ICEF View Park Preparatory Middle 7.5
ICEF View Park Preparatory Elementary 7.3
Computer Science Virtual Academy
YES Academy 7.3
Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy 5.9
Learning by Design Charter 9.2
Today's Fresh Start-Compton 6.2
Libertas College Preparatory Charter 6.5
Western Avenue Technology Magnet 8.5
Fifty-Fourth Street Elementary 9.5
Invictus Leadership Academy 3.5
Horace Mann UCLA Community 5.2
Forty-Second Street Elementary 8.0
Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle 7.6
Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy 6.9
Seventy-Fourth Street Elementary 7.6

Showing 20 of 451 schools. View all schools in Los Angeles

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
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School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 14%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 2.7 / 10
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Enrollment 40
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 92.5%
Hispanic 7.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2900 W SLAUSON AVE, Los Angeles, CA 90043

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Islah Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fifty-Ninth Street Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Angeles Mesa Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ICEF View Park Preparatory Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Islah Academy Los Angeles 0.0 mi
Marcus Garvey School Los Angeles 0.1 mi
James Educational Center Los Angeles 0.2 mi
Fifty-Ninth Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.3 mi 8.3
Alliance Ouchi-O'Donovan 6-12 Complex Los Angeles 0.4 mi 7.1
Whitney Young Continuation Los Angeles 0.4 mi
ICEF View Park Preparatory High Los Angeles 0.4 mi 5.2
Angeles Mesa Elementary Los Angeles 0.5 mi 7.5
Crete Academy Los Angeles 0.5 mi 5.3
Phanes Los Angeles 0.5 mi
ICEF View Park Preparatory Elementary Los Angeles 0.5 mi 7.3
ICEF View Park Preparatory Middle Los Angeles 0.5 mi 7.5
YES Academy Los Angeles 0.6 mi 7.3
Crenshaw Sci Tech Engr Math and Med Magnet Los Angeles 0.6 mi 5.8
Computer Science Virtual Academy Los Angeles 0.6 mi
MINDS N MOTION LEARNING CENTER Los Angeles 0.5 mi
Slauson Learning Center, No. 1 Los Angeles 0.6 mi
CRENSHAW MONTESSORI ACADEMY Los Angeles 0.7 mi
Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy Los Angeles 0.8 mi 5.9
Alliance Renee and Meyer Luskin Academy High Los Angeles 0.8 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,496

Median Home Value

$867,800

Median Rent

$1,424/mo

Population

43,548

College Educated

30.8%

Homeownership

53.3%

Avg Commute

36.1 min

Poverty Rate

16.9%

Median Age

41.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding Islah Academy has a median household income of $65,496. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $867,800, with a median rent of $1,424/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.9%. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Islah Academy

What grades does Islah Academy serve?

Islah Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Islah Academy?

Islah Academy has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Islah Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Islah Academy is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Islah Academy rank in CA?

Islah Academy is ranked #1305 out of 1,790 private schools in CA.

What is Islah Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Islah Academy has a composite rating of 5.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Islah Academy a private school?

Yes, Islah Academy is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Islah Academy a religious school?

Islah Academy has a Islamic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (2,223/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Los Angeles). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
40
Gender Split
57% M / 43% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Islamic
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
168 days
Setting
Large City
County
LOS ANGELES
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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