Arlington Heights Elementary School

1717 Seventh Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90019
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 293 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Arlington Heights Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than 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 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 293 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50% in CA
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Arlington Heights Elementary School's student population of 293 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
293 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1910
School Calendar
School Motto
Children First

School Rankings

Arlington Heights Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arlington Heights Elementary School is 0.24, 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.
This School
State Level (CA)
#8510 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
15-19%
34%
10-14%
47%
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
87%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.24
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Arlington Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Arlington Heights Elementary School is ranked #8510 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Arlington Heights Elementary School?
293 students attend Arlington Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Arlington Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arlington Heights Elementary School?
Arlington Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Arlington Heights Elementary School offer ?
Arlington Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Arlington Heights Elementary School part of?
Arlington Heights Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Arlington Heights Elementary School located?
Arlington Heights Elementary School is located in the Arlington Heights neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Arlington Heights.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 293 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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