Serving 492 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Estrella Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: 35%
- Reading Proficiency: 34%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Estrella Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Estrella Elementary School's student population of 492 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Estrella Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)34%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
90%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Estrella Elementary School?
492 students attend Estrella Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Estrella Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Estrella Elementary School?
Estrella Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Estrella Elementary School offer ?
Estrella Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Estrella Elementary School part of?
Estrella Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Estrella Elementary School located?
Estrella Elementary School is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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