Serving 608 students in grades 1-5, Hooper Avenue 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 10% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (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: 1-5
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hooper Avenue Elementary serves the eastern part of its district in Los Angeles, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of around 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hooper Avenue Elementary School's student population of 608 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
608 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Super Hooper Cougars!
School Rankings
Hooper Avenue 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 Hooper Avenue Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#8953 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
93%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
20%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hooper Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Hooper Avenue Elementary School is ranked #8953 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hooper Avenue Elementary School?
608 students attend Hooper Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Hooper Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hooper Avenue Elementary School?
Hooper Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hooper Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Hooper Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Hooper Avenue Elementary School part of?
Hooper Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Hooper Avenue Elementary School located?
Hooper Avenue 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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