Serving 498 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Loma Vista Elementary School ranks in the top 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 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Loma Vista Elementary serves the eastern part of Maywood, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Loma Vista Elementary School's student population of 498 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
498 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1910
School Calendar
School Motto
Ready for the World
School Rankings
Loma Vista Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Loma Vista Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#4271 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
98%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Showing 1992–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Loma Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Loma Vista Elementary School is ranked #4271 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Loma Vista Elementary School?
498 students attend Loma Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Loma Vista Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loma Vista Elementary School?
Loma Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Loma Vista Elementary School offer ?
Loma Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Loma Vista Elementary School part of?
Loma Vista Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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