Serving 285 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Del Amo 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 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 Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Del Amo Elementary serves the southeastern part of Carson, CA, covering an area of approximately 5.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Del Amo Elementary School's student population of 285 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
285 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Del Amo 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 Del Amo Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#4271 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Asian
21%
12%
Hispanic
58%
56%
Black
12%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Del Amo Elementary School's ranking?
Del Amo Elementary School is ranked #4271 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Del Amo Elementary School often compared to?
Del Amo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carson Street Elementary School, Dolores Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Del Amo Elementary School?
285 students attend Del Amo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Del Amo Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Del Amo Elementary School?
Del Amo Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Del Amo Elementary School offer ?
Del Amo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Del Amo Elementary School part of?
Del Amo Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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