Serving 682 students in grades 1-5, Balboa Gifted/high Ability Magnet Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 93% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 94% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 682 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Balboa Gifted/high Ability Magnet Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Balboa Gifted/high Ability Magnet Elementary School's student population of 682 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
682 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Welcome Balboa Scholars and Families!
School Rankings
Balboa Gifted/high Ability Magnet Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Balboa Gifted/high Ability Magnet Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#12 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
29%
12%
Hispanic
24%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
32%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Balboa Gifted/high Ability Magnet Elementary School's ranking?
Balboa Gifted/high Ability Magnet Elementary School is ranked #12 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Balboa Gifted/high Ability Magnet Elementary School often compared to?
Balboa Gifted/high Ability Magnet Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lorne Street Elementary School, Vintage Math/science/technology Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Balboa Gifted/high Ability Magnet Elementary School?
682 students attend Balboa Gifted/high Ability Magnet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Balboa Gifted/high Ability Magnet Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Balboa Gifted/high Ability Magnet Elementary School?
Balboa Gifted/high Ability Magnet Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Balboa Gifted/high Ability Magnet Elementary School offer ?
Balboa Gifted/high Ability Magnet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Balboa Gifted/high Ability Magnet Elementary School part of?
Balboa Gifted/high Ability Magnet Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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