Serving 268 students in grades Kindergarten-5, John W. Mack 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 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
John W. Mack Elementary School's student population of 268 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
268 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
HOME OF THE HUSKIES
School Rankings
John W. Mack 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 John W. Mack Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#7689 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
82%
56%
Black
14%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 John W. Mack Elementary School's ranking?
John W. Mack Elementary School is ranked #7689 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend John W. Mack Elementary School?
268 students attend John W. Mack Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of John W. Mack Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John W. Mack Elementary School?
John W. Mack Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does John W. Mack Elementary School offer ?
John W. Mack Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is John W. Mack Elementary School part of?
John W. Mack Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is John W. Mack Elementary School located?
John W. Mack 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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