Serving 400 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Elysian Heights Es Arts Magnet ranks in the top 50% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elysian Heights Es Arts Magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Elysian Heights Es Arts Magnet's student population of 400 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Involvement - Experience - Celebration
School Rankings
Elysian Heights Es Arts Magnet 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 Elysian Heights Es Arts Magnet is 0.68, which is more 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
#3483 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
42%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
33%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
21%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Elysian Heights Es Arts Magnet's ranking?
Elysian Heights Es Arts Magnet is ranked #3483 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Elysian Heights Es Arts Magnet?
400 students attend Elysian Heights Es Arts Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Elysian Heights Es Arts Magnet students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elysian Heights Es Arts Magnet?
Elysian Heights Es Arts Magnet has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Elysian Heights Es Arts Magnet offer ?
Elysian Heights Es Arts Magnet offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Elysian Heights Es Arts Magnet part of?
Elysian Heights Es Arts Magnet is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Elysian Heights Es Arts Magnet located?
Elysian Heights Es Arts Magnet is located in the Echo Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Echo Park.
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