Serving 457 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Betty Plasencia 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 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 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 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Betty Plasencia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Betty Plasencia Elementary School's student population of 457 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Betty Plasencia Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Betty Plasencia Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#6548 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Betty Plasencia Elementary School's ranking?
Betty Plasencia Elementary School is ranked #6548 out of 9,602 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Betty Plasencia Elementary School?
457 students attend Betty Plasencia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Betty Plasencia Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% 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 Betty Plasencia Elementary School?
Betty Plasencia Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Betty Plasencia Elementary School offer ?
Betty Plasencia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Betty Plasencia Elementary School part of?
Betty Plasencia Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Betty Plasencia Elementary School located?
Betty Plasencia Elementary School is located in the Echo Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Echo Park.
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