At a glance
Reported students
590
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
28.02
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
21.1:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
California other enrollment
75th percentile
Compared with 564 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
420
Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12: 590 reported students.
State peer staffing position
66th percentile
21.1:1 reported; state peer median 18:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 587
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Student–teacher ratio
- 22.6:1
What the reported data says about Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12
Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 is a public combined / other school serving grades KG–12 in Lake Balboa. It is one of 784 current school records connected to Los Angeles Unified. NCES reports 590 students for 2024–25.
Among 564 combined / other schools in California with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 220 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 75th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 21.1:1, above the California median of 18:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (47.5%) and Hispanic or Latino (37.5%). English learners represent 9% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 7.7%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming. The school reported 5 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12
- 1How do the reported 21.1:1 student–teacher ratio and 28.02 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 9%
- Students with disabilities
- 7.7%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 76.8%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.5
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White47.5%
- Hispanic37.5%
- Black1.9%
- Asian7.8%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial5.4%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
5 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Los Angeles Unified
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Leadership & Public Service Virtual Academy
Other · Grades KG–12
573 reported students
Virtual Academy of Business & Entrepreneurship
Other · Grades KG–12
641 reported students
Virtual Academy of International Studies/Humanities
Other · Grades KG–12
665 reported students
Computer Science Virtual Academy
Other · Grades KG–12
765 reported students
Berenece Carlson Home Hospital
Other · Grades KG–12
381 reported students
Virtual Academy STEAM
Other · Grades KG–12
816 reported students
Public schools near Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sherman Oaks Center for Enriched Studies Other · Los Angeles Unified | 04–12 | 1,712 | 2.1 mi |
| Virtual Academy of Business & Entrepreneurship Other · Los Angeles Unified | KG–12 | 641 | 2.9 mi |
| Virtual Academy of International Studies/Humanities Other · Los Angeles Unified | KG–12 | 665 | 3.2 mi |
| Sven Lokrantz Special Education Center Other · Los Angeles Unified | KG–12 | 63 | 3.2 mi |
| Granada Hills Charter Other · Charter · Granada Hills Charter District | KG–12 | 5,927 | 4.9 mi |
| Charles Leroy Lowman Special Ed and Career Transition Center Other · Los Angeles Unified | KG–12 | 170 | 5.2 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12
What grades does Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 serve?
Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 reports grades KG–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a school (alternative school) in Los Angeles Unified.
How many students attend Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12?
Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 reported 590 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 75th percentile among 564 California combined or other schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 587 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12?
The calculated ratio is 21.1:1, based on 590 students and 28.02 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The California median for the same school level is 18:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 a public, charter, or magnet school?
Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
76.8% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 in?
Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 is part of Los Angeles Unified, based in Los Angeles, CA, which operates 784 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Sherman Oaks Center for Enriched Studies (2.1 mi), Virtual Academy of Business & Entrepreneurship (2.9 mi), Virtual Academy of International Studies/Humanities (3.2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.