Serving 138 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Tom Bradley Global Awareness Magnet ranks in the bottom 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tom Bradley Global Awareness Magnet's student population of 138 students has declined by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 46% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
138 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
With passion and persistence we will perpetually pursue Excellence…for learning is our TOP PRIORITY!
School Rankings
Tom Bradley Global Awareness Magnet 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 Tom Bradley Global Awareness Magnet is 0.55, 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
#6308 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
33%
56%
Black
58%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
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 Tom Bradley Global Awareness Magnet's ranking?
Tom Bradley Global Awareness Magnet is ranked #6308 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Tom Bradley Global Awareness Magnet?
138 students attend Tom Bradley Global Awareness Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Tom Bradley Global Awareness Magnet students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tom Bradley Global Awareness Magnet?
Tom Bradley Global Awareness Magnet has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Tom Bradley Global Awareness Magnet offer ?
Tom Bradley Global Awareness Magnet offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Tom Bradley Global Awareness Magnet part of?
Tom Bradley Global Awareness Magnet is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Tom Bradley Global Awareness Magnet located?
Tom Bradley Global Awareness Magnet is located in the Leimert Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
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