Serving 483 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Charles H. Kim Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Charles H. Kim Elementary serves the northeast part of Los Angeles, covering an area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles H. Kim Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Charles H. Kim Elementary School's student population of 483 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
483 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to the Home of the Kind Sprouts
School Rankings
Charles H. Kim Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles H. Kim Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1388 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
40%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
50%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles H. Kim Elementary School's ranking?
Charles H. Kim Elementary School is ranked #1388 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Charles H. Kim Elementary School often compared to?
Charles H. Kim Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cahuenga Elementary School, Equitas Academy Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Charles H. Kim Elementary School?
483 students attend Charles H. Kim Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Charles H. Kim Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles H. Kim Elementary School?
Charles H. Kim Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Charles H. Kim Elementary School offer ?
Charles H. Kim Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Charles H. Kim Elementary School part of?
Charles H. Kim Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Charles H. Kim Elementary School located?
Charles H. Kim Elementary School is located in the Koreatown neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 18 other public schools located in Koreatown.
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