Marguerite Poindexter Lamotte Elementary School serves 442 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%) for the 2018-19 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%) for the 2018-19 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Math Proficiency: 19%
- Reading Proficiency: 26%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marguerite Poindexter Lamotte Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Marguerite Poindexter Lamotte Elementary School's student population of 442 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
442 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
The diversity score of Marguerite Poindexter Lamotte Elementary School is 0.17, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)19%
40%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)26%
51%

Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%

Black
8%
5%

White
n/a
21%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
51%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Marguerite Poindexter Lamotte Elementary School?
442 students attend Marguerite Poindexter Lamotte Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Marguerite Poindexter Lamotte Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marguerite Poindexter Lamotte Elementary School?
Marguerite Poindexter Lamotte Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Marguerite Poindexter Lamotte Elementary School offer ?
Marguerite Poindexter Lamotte Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Marguerite Poindexter Lamotte Elementary School part of?
Marguerite Poindexter Lamotte Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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