KIPP Iluminar Academy vs Lashon Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 33 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
KIPP Iluminar Academy
Los Angeles · Charter elementary · Grades K–4
593 students
Lashon Academy
Van Nuys · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
595 students
| Measure | KIPP Iluminar Academy Los Angeles, California | Lashon Academy Van Nuys, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1116 of 5,693 | #1834 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #14915 of 50,301 | #24398 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 593 | 595 |
| Enrollment | 593 | 595 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.9% | 86.2% |
| Students per teacher | 22.8 | 20.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 57% |
| city | Los Angeles | Van Nuys |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •KIPP Iluminar Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.8 vs 51.1).
- •KIPP Iluminar Academy does better on math proficiency (87% vs 57%).
- •KIPP Iluminar Academy does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 67%).
- •KIPP Iluminar Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.9% vs 86.2%).
- •Lashon Academy does better on students per teacher (20.5 vs 22.8).
- •Lashon Academy is the larger school with 595 students compared with 593.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is KIPP Iluminar Academy better than Lashon Academy?
On the Success Index (US), KIPP Iluminar Academy ranks higher (64.8 vs 51.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are KIPP Iluminar Academy and Lashon Academy?
About 33 km in a straight line, between Los Angeles and Van Nuys in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
KIPP Iluminar Academy: 593. Lashon Academy: 595. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do KIPP Iluminar Academy and Lashon Academy rank in California?
KIPP Iluminar Academy is 1116th of 5,693 and Lashon Academy is 1834th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).