Serving 428 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Arroyo Seco Museum Science ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher 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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arroyo Seco Museum Science's student population of 428 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
428 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Arroyo Seco Museum Science ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arroyo Seco Museum Science is 0.22, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3677 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
88%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arroyo Seco Museum Science's ranking?
Arroyo Seco Museum Science is ranked #3677 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Arroyo Seco Museum Science often compared to?
Arroyo Seco Museum Scienceis often viewed alongside schools like Delevan Drive Elementary School, Dahlia Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Arroyo Seco Museum Science?
428 students attend Arroyo Seco Museum Science.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Arroyo Seco Museum Science students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arroyo Seco Museum Science?
Arroyo Seco Museum Science has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Arroyo Seco Museum Science offer ?
Arroyo Seco Museum Science offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Arroyo Seco Museum Science part of?
Arroyo Seco Museum Science is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Arroyo Seco Museum Science located?
Arroyo Seco Museum Science is located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 10 other public schools located in Highland Park.
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