Serving 417 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Baldwin Hills Elementary School 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 35% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Baldwin Hills Elementary serves the southeast part of Los Angeles, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 2 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baldwin Hills Elementary School's student population of 417 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
417 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Baldwin Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baldwin Hills Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#4109 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
14%
56%
Black
76%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baldwin Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Baldwin Hills Elementary School is ranked #4109 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Baldwin Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Baldwin Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Virginia Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Baldwin Hills Elementary School?
417 students attend Baldwin Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Baldwin Hills Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baldwin Hills Elementary School?
Baldwin Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Baldwin Hills Elementary School offer ?
Baldwin Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Baldwin Hills Elementary School part of?
Baldwin Hills Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Baldwin Hills Elementary School located?
Baldwin Hills 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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