Las Flores Home Education Independent Study Academy

School Overview
Las Flores Home Education Independent Study Academy, located in Bellflower, California, is a specialized educational program designed to support families who choose to homeschool their children. Operating under the umbrella of the Bellflower Unified School District, the academy provides a structured framework that blends the flexibility of home-based learning with the resources, curriculum oversight, and academic guidance of a traditional public school system. It is intended for parents who want to take an active, primary role in their child's daily instruction while maintaining access to state-aligned educational standards and professional teaching support.

The program typically caters to students who may benefit from a non-traditional learning environment, offering a personalized approach that allows for pacing adjustments to meet individual student needs. By enrolling in the academy, families receive essential instructional materials, periodic check-ins with credentialed teachers, and the opportunity to participate in school-related events and enrichment activities. Ultimately, Las Flores serves as a bridge between independent study at home and the resources of the public school district, ensuring that students receive a comprehensive education in a flexible, parent-facilitated setting.
280
Total Students
12.7
Full-Time Teachers
22.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
71.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Las Flores Home Education Independent Study Academy
Demographic Student Count
White25
Hispanic190
Black26
Asian15
Two or More18
American Indian3
Pacific Islander3
  • Hispanic
    190 (67.9%)
  • Black
    26 (9.3%)
  • White
    25 (8.9%)
  • Two or More
    18 (6.4%)
  • Asian
    15 (5.4%)
  • American Indian
    3 (1.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (1.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Other
School Type: Alternative School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Primarily virtual
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Bellflower Unified
Phone: (562)804-6565
Grade Range: K - 12th
Total Students: 280
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 12.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 22.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 152
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 47
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 31
Grade 1 19
Grade 2 31
Grade 3 16
Grade 4 29
Grade 5 20
Grade 6 32
Grade 7 22
Grade 8 20
Grade 9 19
Grade 10 13
Grade 11 12
Grade 12 16

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Las Flores Home Education Independent Study Academy
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten31
Grade 119
Grade 231
Grade 316
Grade 429
Grade 520
Grade 632
Grade 722
Grade 820
Grade 919
Grade 1013
Grade 1112
Grade 1216
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Las Flores Home Education Independent Study Academy
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female13648.6%
Male14451.4%
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