Serving 472 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 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- 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 472 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Charles H. Kim Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles H. Kim Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#1443 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
40%
12%
Hispanic
52%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Charles H. Kim Elementary School's ranking?
Charles H. Kim Elementary School is ranked #1443 out of 9,602 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?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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?
472 students attend Charles H. Kim Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Charles H. Kim Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
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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