Serving 373 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Global Education Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Global Education Academy's student population of 373 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
373 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
See the world, challenge the world, lead the world
School Rankings
Global Education Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Global Education Academy is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3351 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
95%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Global Education Academy's ranking?
Global Education Academy is ranked #3351 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Global Education Academy often compared to?
Global Education Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Thirty-second Street Usc Performing Arts, Dr. Theodore T. Alexander Jr. Science Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Global Education Academy?
373 students attend Global Education Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Global Education Academy students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Global Education Academy?
Global Education Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Global Education Academy offer ?
Global Education Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Global Education Academy part of?
Global Education Academy is part of Global Education Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Global Education Academy located?
Global Education Academy is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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