LAUSD's dramatic decline in enrollment reflects trend impacting schools across California

ByKevin Ozebek KABC logo

Friday, August 14, 2026 7:30AM

LAUSD's dramatic decline in enrollment reflects statewide trend

Student enrollment in the Los Angeles Unified School District, along with many districts throughout California, has been in a steady state of free fall.

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