Excellent
#719 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 8% in state
Judith F. Baca Arts Academy
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1536 East 89th St., Los Angeles, CA 90002
Enrollment
534
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
534
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#719 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#83 of 563
public schools
In district
#105 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Judith F. Baca Arts Academy
Judith F. Baca Arts Academy is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Judith F.
Baca Arts Academy serves approximately 534 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Judith F. Baca Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #719 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Judith F. Baca Arts Academy show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Judith F. Baca Arts 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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Judith F. Baca Arts Academy — Students at Judith F. Baca Arts Academy score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 9.4/10.
How Judith F. Baca Arts Academy Compares
See how Judith F. Baca Arts 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
1536 East 89th St., Los Angeles, CA 90002
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Judith F. Baca Arts Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Compton Avenue Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Russell Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Parmelee Avenue Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,158
Median Home Value
$502,600
Median Rent
$1,509/mo
Population
52,735
College Educated
8.1%
Homeownership
40.7%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
23.4%
Median Age
30.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Judith F. Baca Arts Academy
What grades does Judith F. Baca Arts Academy serve?
Judith F. Baca Arts Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Judith F. Baca Arts Academy?
Judith F. Baca Arts Academy has an enrollment of approximately 534 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Judith F. Baca Arts Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Judith F. Baca Arts Academy is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Judith F. Baca Arts Academy rank in CA?
Judith F. Baca Arts Academy ranks #719 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Judith F. Baca Arts Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Judith F. Baca Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Judith F. Baca Arts Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Judith F. Baca Arts Academy has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Judith F. Baca Arts Academy a charter school?
No, Judith F. Baca Arts Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Judith F. Baca Arts Academy a Title I school?
No, Judith F. Baca Arts Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Judith F. Baca Arts Academy?
98.3% of students at Judith F. Baca Arts 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 534
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.8%
- Phone
- (323) 826-3560
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #105 of 769
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