Excellent
#1428 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 15% in state
Young Oak Kim Academy
Middle School · Los Angeles Unified
615 South Shatto Pl., Los Angeles, CA 90005
Enrollment
768
Student-Teacher
21.9:1
Score
8.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
768
Student-Teacher
21.9:1
Score
8.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,428 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#131 of 563
public schools
In district
#170 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Young Oak Kim Academy
Young Oak Kim Academy is a public middle school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Young Oak Kim Academy serves approximately 768 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 21.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Young Oak Kim Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,428 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Young Oak Kim Academy show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Young Oak Kim Academy runs 21.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Young Oak Kim Academy — Students at Young Oak Kim Academy score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98%
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: 9.2/10.
How Young Oak Kim Academy Compares
See how Young Oak Kim 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
615 South Shatto Pl., Los Angeles, CA 90005
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Young Oak Kim Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Rise Kohyang Middle (rated 5.9/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Equitas Academy #2 (rated 4.0/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEW COVENANT ACADEMY Los Angeles | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| IVY ROAD SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Rise Kohyang Middle Los Angeles | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| PILGRIM SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Pilgrim School Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | — |
| Camino Nuevo Charter Academy #2 Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Ivy Road School Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | — |
| New Covenant Academy Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | — |
| Equitas Academy #2 Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Los Angeles High School of the Arts Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| School for the Visual Arts and Humanities Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Ambassador-Global Leadership Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Rise Kohyang Elementary Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Rise Kohyang High Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Hoover Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 9.5 |
| UCLA Community K-12 Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Commonwealth Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| New Open World Academy K-12 Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Ambassador School-Global Education Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Precious Blood Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90005 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,755
Median Home Value
$1,084,400
Median Rent
$1,648/mo
Population
38,747
College Educated
38%
Homeownership
9%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
24.6%
Median Age
35.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Young Oak Kim Academy
What grades does Young Oak Kim Academy serve?
Young Oak Kim Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Young Oak Kim Academy?
Young Oak Kim Academy has an enrollment of approximately 768 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Young Oak Kim Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Young Oak Kim Academy is 21.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Young Oak Kim Academy rank in CA?
Young Oak Kim Academy ranks #1,428 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Young Oak Kim Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Young Oak Kim Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Young Oak Kim Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Young Oak Kim Academy has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Young Oak Kim Academy a charter school?
No, Young Oak Kim Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Young Oak Kim Academy a Title I school?
No, Young Oak Kim Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Young Oak Kim Academy?
98.0% of students at Young Oak Kim 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 768
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.3%
- Phone
- (213) 739-6500
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #170 of 769
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