Serving 459 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Yes Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Yes Academy's student population of 459 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Greatness takes flight at YES Academy
School Rankings
Yes Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yes Academy is 0.50, 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
#8997 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
64%
56%
Black
31%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Yes Academy's ranking?
Yes Academy is ranked #8997 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Yes Academy?
459 students attend Yes Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Yes Academy students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yes Academy?
Yes Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Yes Academy offer ?
Yes Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Yes Academy part of?
Yes Academy is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Yes Academy located?
Yes 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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