Serving 399 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Florence Griffith Joyner 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 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (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 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: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary serves the southeast part of Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families within the attendance zone can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge located about 0.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School's student population of 399 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
399 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Our dreams deserve a try… The sky is the limit
School Rankings
Florence Griffith Joyner 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 Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#9142 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
69%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal Blue, Gold and White
School Mascot
The C.h.a.m.p.s. / Champions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School's ranking?
Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School is ranked #9142 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School often compared to?
Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weigand Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School?
399 students attend Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School?
Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School offer ?
Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School part of?
Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School located?
Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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