Serving 293 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kingsley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kingsley Elementary School's student population of 293 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
293 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Kingsley Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kingsley Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#5237 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
2%
12%

Hispanic
87%
56%

Black
1%
5%

White
9%
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%

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 Kingsley Elementary School's ranking?
Kingsley Elementary School is ranked #5237 out of 9,602 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Kingsley Elementary School?
293 students attend Kingsley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Kingsley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kingsley Elementary School?
Kingsley Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kingsley Elementary School offer ?
Kingsley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Kingsley Elementary School part of?
Kingsley Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Kingsley Elementary School located?
Kingsley Elementary School is located in the East Hollywood neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in East Hollywood.
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