Summary:
The ISANA Himalia Academy District in Los Angeles, California, consists of a single elementary school, ISANA Himalia Academy, which serves a large enrollment of 655 students from kindergarten through 8th grade in a high-poverty area.
ISANA Himalia Academy faces significant academic challenges, with its overall state ranking in the 22nd percentile and proficiency rates in English, math, and science all below state averages. However, the school has shown recent improvement, moving from the 15th to the 22nd percentile, which indicates positive momentum. Performance varies notably by subject and grade, with 3rd-grade math results being relatively stronger while 5th-grade math and science proficiency are particular areas of concern.
Key factors for families to consider include a chronic absenteeism rate slightly above the state average and a student-teacher ratio of 22.8 to 1. The school's very high rate of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch highlights the socioeconomic challenges it navigates. With per-student spending above many state averages, the district is investing resources, and the recent uptick in ranking suggests some strategies may be starting to have a positive effect on student outcomes.
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