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Leadership & Public Service Virtual Academy

School · Los Angeles Unified

1435 West 27th St., Los Angeles, CA 90007

Enrollment

672

Student-Teacher

19.2:1

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

School environment

9.1 / 10

Exceptional

About Leadership & Public Service Virtual Academy

Leadership & Public Service Virtual Academy is a public school in Los Angeles, CA, part of the Los Angeles Unified. The school serves approximately 672 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 19.2:1. Students demonstrate 18% proficiency in math, 17 points below the state average and 32% in reading/language arts, 15 points below the state average.

Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $36,032, where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large city setting.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
672 students
Type
Public
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.2:1
Address
1435 West 27th St., Los Angeles, CA 90007
Phone
(213) 316-9840
Data Year
SY 2022-23
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Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 18.3%
School
State
35.7%
ELA Proficiency 32.0%
School
State
47.1%

Based on 16 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

How Leadership & Public Service Virtual Academy Compares

See how Leadership & Public Service Virtual Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Academic
5.9/10
5.9/10
Environment
9.1/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
89%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers

Location

1435 West 27th St., Los Angeles, CA 90007

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Leadership & Public Service Virtual Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Thirty-Second Street USC Performing Arts (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away). Additionally, Sophia T. Salvin Special Education Center (rated 5.8/10, 0.6 miles away). For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Vermont Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.0 mi 8.8
ST AGNES SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.1 mi 6.6
John W. Mack Elementary Los Angeles 0.3 mi 8.1
LOS ANGELES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.5 mi 6.0
Sophia T. Salvin Special Education Center Los Angeles 0.6 mi 5.8
Camino Nuevo Elementary #3 Los Angeles 0.6 mi 8.1
West Adams Preparatory High Los Angeles 0.6 mi 6.8
STEM Preparatory Elementary Los Angeles 0.6 mi 7.1
Lenicia B. Weemes Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 8.3
Alliance Gertz-Ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex Los Angeles 0.7 mi 6.4
Thirty-Second Street USC Performing Arts Los Angeles 0.7 mi 6.9
Magnolia Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.9 mi 8.5
Loyola High School of Los Angeles Los Angeles 0.9 mi
Norwood Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.9 mi 7.1
Downtown Value Los Angeles 0.9 mi 4.2
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles 1.0 mi 4.7
Dr. Theodore T. Alexander Jr. Science Center Los Angeles 1.1 mi 8.4
Star Christian Los Angeles 1.0 mi
ST VINCENT SCHOOL Los Angeles 1.0 mi 4.7
STAR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Los Angeles 1.0 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90007 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$36,032

Median Home Value

$852,900

Median Rent

$1,480/mo

Population

39,253

College Educated

28.6%

Homeownership

10.4%

Avg Commute

29.6 min

Poverty Rate

38.7%

Median Age

25.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding Leadership & Public Service Virtual Academy has a median household income of $36,032. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $852,900, with a median rent of $1,480/month. The area has a poverty rate of 38.7%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Leadership & Public Service Virtual Academy

What grades does Leadership & Public Service Virtual Academy serve?

Leadership & Public Service Virtual Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Leadership & Public Service Virtual Academy?

Leadership & Public Service Virtual Academy has an enrollment of approximately 672 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Leadership & Public Service Virtual Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Leadership & Public Service Virtual Academy is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

What are the test scores at Leadership & Public Service Virtual Academy?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Leadership & Public Service Virtual Academy has 18.3% math proficiency and 32.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Leadership & Public Service Virtual Academy a charter school?

No, Leadership & Public Service Virtual Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Leadership & Public Service Virtual Academy a Title I school?

No, Leadership & Public Service Virtual Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Leadership & Public Service Virtual Academy?

88.8% of students at Leadership & Public Service Virtual 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

City Safety
High (2,223/100K)

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

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
672
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
88.8%
Type
alternative
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Data Year
2023–2024

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