Serving 374 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Birdielee V. Bright 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 34% (which is equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Birdielee V. Bright Elementary serves the eastern part of its school district in Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Birdielee V. Bright Elementary School's student population of 374 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
374 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
2 acres
School Motto
Home of the Seagulls
School Rankings
Birdielee V. Bright 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 Birdielee V. Bright Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#4630 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
80%
56%
Black
16%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
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 Birdielee V. Bright Elementary School's ranking?
Birdielee V. Bright Elementary School is ranked #4630 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Birdielee V. Bright Elementary School?
374 students attend Birdielee V. Bright Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Birdielee V. Bright Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Birdielee V. Bright Elementary School?
Birdielee V. Bright Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Birdielee V. Bright Elementary School offer ?
Birdielee V. Bright Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Birdielee V. Bright Elementary School part of?
Birdielee V. Bright Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Birdielee V. Bright Elementary School located?
Birdielee V. Bright 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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