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#2239 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 24% in state

Life Learning Academy Charter

High School · Life Learning Academy Charter District

651 Eighth St. Bldg. 229 Treasure Island, San Francisco, CA 94130

Charter

Enrollment

41

Student-Teacher

5.9:1

Score

7.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#2,239 of 9,539

In San Francisco

#54 of 120

public schools

School environment

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Life Learning Academy Charter

7.6/10

High School in San Francisco · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Life Learning Academy Charter

Life Learning Academy Charter is a public high school in San Francisco, CA, part of Life Learning Academy Charter District. Life Learning Academy Charter serves approximately 41 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 5.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Life Learning Academy Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,239 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Life Learning Academy Charter show 0% math proficiency (2024 CAASPP) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 CAASPP).

How it compares1.1 pts above CA schools
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 41 students, Life Learning Academy Charter is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 5.9:1 students to teachers, Life Learning Academy Charter sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Life Learning Academy Charter is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 3/4 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics2.8Needs Improvement33%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency0% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-28 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.5 pts
Overall Proficiency15% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)30% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-15.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
College Readiness10.0Excellent40%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate80%+
Resources & Environment10.0Excellent27%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio5.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$69,951

Life Learning Academy Charter — Students at Life Learning Academy Charter score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

78%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 0.0% (2024 CAASPP)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 29.4% (2024 CAASPP)
School
State
51.5% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 4 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

How Life Learning Academy Charter Compares

See how Life Learning Academy Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
77th percentile in CA
Academic
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
10.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
78%
Teaching Staff
6:1 student-teacher ratio
7 teachers

Location

651 Eighth St. Bldg. 229 Treasure Island, San Francisco, CA 94130

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Life Learning Academy Charter may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Chin (John Yehall) Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lau (Gordon J.) Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Parker (Jean) Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
FUSION ACADEMY SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco 2.4 mi
Fusion Academy San Francisco San Francisco 2.4 mi
Splash Learning Online San Francisco 2.6 mi
Minglebrain Solutions Pvt Ltd San Francisco 2.6 mi
Chin (John Yehall) Elementary San Francisco 2.6 mi 9.1
Garfield Elementary San Francisco 2.6 mi 8.2
Lee (Edwin and Anita) Newcomer San Francisco 2.8 mi
Sterne School San Francisco 2.8 mi
STERNE SCHOOL San Francisco 2.8 mi 7.1
Francisco Middle San Francisco 2.7 mi 8.3
STS PETER & PAUL SCHOOL San Francisco 2.8 mi 7.5
Sovereign Private School San Francisco 2.9 mi
Stockton (Commodore) Children Center San Francisco 3.0 mi
CUMBERLAND CHINESE SCHOOL San Francisco 3.0 mi 6.2
Parker (Jean) Elementary San Francisco 3.0 mi 8.4
Lau (Gordon J.) Elementary San Francisco 3.0 mi 8.8
ECOLE NOTRE DAME DES VICTOIRES SCHOOL San Francisco 3.1 mi 7.4
Ecole Notre Dame Des Victoires San Francisco 3.1 mi
The New School of San Francisco San Francisco 3.0 mi 6.8
Enlighten Academy San Francisco 3.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,750

Median Rent

$2,538/mo

Population

2,829

College Educated

36%

Homeownership

0%

Avg Commute

37.1 min

Poverty Rate

38.7%

Median Age

31

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Life Learning Academy Charter

What grades does Life Learning Academy Charter serve?

Life Learning Academy Charter serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Life Learning Academy Charter?

Life Learning Academy Charter has an enrollment of approximately 41 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Life Learning Academy Charter?

The student-teacher ratio at Life Learning Academy Charter is 5.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Life Learning Academy Charter rank in CA?

Life Learning Academy Charter ranks #2,239 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Life Learning Academy Charter's MySchoolScout rating?

Life Learning Academy Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Life Learning Academy Charter?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Life Learning Academy Charter has 0% math proficiency (2024 CAASPP) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 CAASPP).

Is Life Learning Academy Charter a charter school?

Yes, Life Learning Academy Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Life Learning Academy Charter a Title I school?

No, Life Learning Academy Charter is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Life Learning Academy Charter?

78.0% of students at Life Learning Academy Charter 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

Walk Score
46 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
41
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Free/Reduced Lunch
78.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
San Francisco County
4-Year Graduation
80%+

District

Life Learning Academy Charter District
District Enrollment
41
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$69,951
District Rank
#1 of 1

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