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11 schools in Lake Balboa

California · Public K-12

Across 11 public schools, Lake Balboa (California) serves approximately 7,459 K-12 students across 5 elementary, 1 middle, and 4 high.

7-year change in Lake Balboa

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
7,459
-1,059 (-12%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
11
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
12%
was 11%
% Hispanic
79%
was 79%
% Black
3%
was 3%
% Asian
4%
was 4%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Anatola Avenue ElementaryElementaryKG-05269
Bassett Street ElementaryElementaryKG-05609
Birmingham Community Charter HighHigh09-123,162
Cohasset Street ElementaryElementaryKG-05451
Daniel Pearl Journalism & Communications MagnetHigh09-12183
Gault Street ElementaryElementaryKG-05298
High Tech LAHigh09-12362
Independence ContinuationHigh09-12103
Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12CombinedKG-12590
Lemay Street ElementaryElementaryKG-05334
William Mulholland MiddleMiddle06-081,098

About Lake Balboa

Lake Balboa is a middle-population California city in terms of public-school footprint, with 11 schools and 7,459 students total.

In terms of grade levels, the city covers 5 elementary, 1 middle, 4 high, and 1 other.

Schools in Lake Balboa average about 678 students each, 17% meaningfully above the California norm.

Over the past 7-year window. Across the same 7-year window, public-school enrollment decreased 12%: 8,518 students in SY 2017-18 versus 7,459 in SY 2024-25.

On allk12, the community for Lake Balboa discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Anyone with firsthand knowledge of these schools is welcome to weigh in.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Lake Balboa, California?
There are 11 public K-12 schools in Lake Balboa, with a combined enrollment of about 7,459.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Lake Balboa?
Lake Balboa has 5 elementary, 1 middle, 4 high, 1 combined-grade public schools.
What is the largest public school in Lake Balboa?
Birmingham Community Charter High is the largest public school in Lake Balboa by enrollment, with approximately 3,162 students.
What school districts serve Lake Balboa?
Lake Balboa is served by 3 public school districts, including Los Angeles Unified, Birmingham Community Charter High District, High Tech LA District.
What grade levels do public schools in Lake Balboa cover?
Public schools in Lake Balboa serve students from kindergarten through grade 12.
Are there charter schools in Lake Balboa?
2 of the 11 public schools in Lake Balboa are charter schools.