Serving 370 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cienega 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 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cienega Elementary serves the eastern part of its district in Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cienega Elementary School's student population of 370 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
370 students
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cienega Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cienega Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#6795 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
83%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
11%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
1%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cienega Elementary School's ranking?
Cienega Elementary School is ranked #6795 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cienega Elementary School often compared to?
Cienega 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cienega Elementary School?
370 students attend Cienega Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Cienega Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cienega Elementary School?
Cienega Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cienega Elementary School offer ?
Cienega Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cienega Elementary School part of?
Cienega Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Cienega Elementary School located?
Cienega Elementary School is located in the West Adams neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in West Adams.
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