Serving 391 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 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Math Proficiency: 19%
- Reading Proficiency: 18%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School's student population of 391 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)18%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
19%
5%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School?
391 students attend Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% 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 20:1, 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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