Serving 841 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kester Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 841 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Math Proficiency: 72%
- Reading Proficiency: 82%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kester Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kester Avenue Elementary School's student population of 841 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
841 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kester Avenue Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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)72%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)82%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
38%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
33%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Kester Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Kester Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dixie Canyon Community Charter, Colfax Charter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Kester Avenue Elementary School?
841 students attend Kester Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Kester Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kester Avenue Elementary School?
Kester Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kester Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Kester Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Kester Avenue Elementary School part of?
Kester Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 9/6/2010
The information listed here is quite outdated, as there are more than 1,000 students at this school and the student-to-teacher ratio is much higher. Check GreatSchools for more current info. Kester does very well with its limited resources; the teachers are very dedicated and there is a group of parents that is energetic and involved, making a tremendous difference. There is a new science lab and PE and art programs, thanks to the PTA. The school is pretty and neat. After-school care lacks sufficient supervision.
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