Serving 503 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Marvin 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 36% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 503 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marvin Elementary serves the eastern part of its school district in Los Angeles, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families typically reside within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest zone edge being about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marvin Elementary School's student population of 503 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
503 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marvin 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 Marvin Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#4250 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
85%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Marvin Elementary School's ranking?
Marvin Elementary School is ranked #4250 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Marvin Elementary School often compared to?
Marvin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mid-city's Prescott School Of Enriched Sciences, Crescent Heights Boulevard Elementary School, Baldwin Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Marvin Elementary School?
503 students attend Marvin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Marvin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marvin Elementary School?
Marvin Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Marvin Elementary School offer ?
Marvin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Marvin Elementary School part of?
Marvin Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Marvin Elementary School located?
Marvin Elementary School is located in the Mid City neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Mid City.
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