Serving 185 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fletcher Drive Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fletcher Drive Elementary School's student population of 185 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
185 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
We Care. We Dare. We Achieve.
School Rankings
Fletcher Drive 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 Fletcher Drive Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#4852 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
87%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
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 Fletcher Drive Elementary School's ranking?
Fletcher Drive Elementary School is ranked #4852 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Fletcher Drive Elementary School often compared to?
Fletcher Drive Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Delevan Drive Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Fletcher Drive Elementary School?
185 students attend Fletcher Drive Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Fletcher Drive Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fletcher Drive Elementary School?
Fletcher Drive Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fletcher Drive Elementary School offer ?
Fletcher Drive Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Fletcher Drive Elementary School part of?
Fletcher Drive Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Fletcher Drive Elementary School located?
Fletcher Drive Elementary School is located in the Glassell Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in Glassell Park.
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