Original Research by School Decision on Jardin De La Infancia District
Jardin de la Infancia District is a single-school charter district in Los Angeles County serving only kindergarten and first grade. The school, which shares the district's name, operates as a directly funded charter authorized by the Los Angeles County Office of Education.
The district's defining characteristic is its extremely small enrollment. The school currently serves roughly 14 to 21 students across its two grade levels, with the vast majority of students in kindergarten. Over the past several school years, enrollment has declined substantially, raising questions about the program's long-term stability. A family considering this school should be aware of that sustained contraction and may want to understand from the school directly what its plans are for continuation and growth.
The student body is predominantly Hispanic, with one Black student and no students from other racial or ethnic backgrounds. Data on free-or-reduced-price lunch eligibility and English learner or special education enrollment were not available, so a parent seeking that information should ask the school directly.
Among Los Angeles County's districts, the school reports zero chronic absenteeism, placing it in the top quartile on that measure. Per-pupil current spending is in the upper range for the county, well above the median, which reflects the school's very small enrollment spread across fixed costs.
State assessment results for proficiency were not available. Because the district serves only kindergarten and first grade, state testing data does not apply; California does not administer standardized academic assessments at those grade levels. There is no graduation rate to report, again because the district serves only early elementary grades.
The school's size and grade band mean it functions as an entry point into elementary education rather than a full K-12 pathway. Families whose children attend would need to plan for a transition to another school once their child enters second grade. The very small class sizes and intimate setting may appeal to some families, but the enrollment trend and lack of grade continuity within the district are structural features that shape what this placement can offer.
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