Serving 450 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gates Street Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gates Street Elementary serves the eastern part of its school district in Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gates Street Elementary School's student population of 450 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
450 students
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to Gates Street Elementary and Dual Language School home of the College-Bound Gators
School Rankings
Gates Street 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 Gates Street Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#3512 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
15%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
81%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
2%
20%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 36-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
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 Gates Street Elementary School's ranking?
Gates Street Elementary School is ranked #3512 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Gates Street Elementary School?
450 students attend Gates Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Gates Street Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gates Street Elementary School?
Gates Street Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gates Street Elementary School offer ?
Gates Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Gates Street Elementary School part of?
Gates Street Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Gates Street Elementary School located?
Gates Street Elementary School is located in the Lincoln Heights neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Lincoln Heights.
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