Serving 230 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Dorris Place 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 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher 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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dorris Place Elementary serves the northeast part of Los Angeles, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families within the zone can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge located about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dorris Place Elementary School's student population of 230 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
230 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
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Year Founded
1925
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dorris Place 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 Dorris Place Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#2882 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
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Asian
12%
12%
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Hispanic
79%
56%
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Black
2%
5%
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White
5%
20%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dorris Place Elementary School's ranking?
Dorris Place Elementary School is ranked #2882 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Dorris Place Elementary School?
230 students attend Dorris Place Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Dorris Place Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dorris Place Elementary School?
Dorris Place Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dorris Place Elementary School offer ?
Dorris Place Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Dorris Place Elementary School part of?
Dorris Place Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Dorris Place Elementary School located?
Dorris Place Elementary School is located in the Elysian Valley neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
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