Serving 377 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Laurel Street Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Laurel Street Elementary serves the west part of Compton, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laurel Street Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Laurel Street Elementary School's student population of 377 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
377 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Laurel Street Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurel Street Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#2090 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
84%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-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 Laurel Street Elementary School's ranking?
Laurel Street Elementary School is ranked #2090 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Laurel Street Elementary School often compared to?
Laurel Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bursch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Laurel Street Elementary School?
377 students attend Laurel Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Laurel Street Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laurel Street Elementary School?
Laurel Street Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Laurel Street Elementary School offer ?
Laurel Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Laurel Street Elementary School part of?
Laurel Street Elementary School is part of Compton Unified School District.
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