Moneta Continuation Elementary School

Q: What is Moneta Continuation Elementary School's ranking?

Moneta Continuation Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for: Highest math proficiency (Top 20%), Largest percent of students eligible for free lunch (Top 20%), Largest student body (number of students) (Top 10%) and Lowest student:teacher ratio (Top 20%).

Q: What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?

<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).

Q: What is the graduation rate of Moneta Continuation Elementary School?

The graduation rate of Moneta Continuation Elementary School is 10%, which is lower than the California state average of 85%.

Q: How many students attend Moneta Continuation Elementary School?

47 students attend Moneta Continuation Elementary School.

Q: What is the racial composition of the student body?

60% of Moneta Continuation Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are White.

Q: What is the student:teacher ratio of Moneta Continuation Elementary School?

Moneta Continuation Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.

Q: What grades does Moneta Continuation Elementary School offer ?

Moneta Continuation Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 9-12

Q: What school district is Moneta Continuation Elementary School part of?

Moneta Continuation Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.

17951 S. Budlong Ave.
Gardena, CA 90248

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Top 30%

Tel: (310) 354-4951

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Moneta Continuation Elementary School serves 47 students in grades 9-12.

Moneta Continuation Elementary School placed in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.

The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.

The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.

Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2023)

School Type: Alternative school
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 47 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
Minority Enrollment: 96%
Graduation Rate
: ≤10% (Btm 50% in CA)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 30%
Math Proficiency
: <50% (Top 20%)
Reading Proficiency
: <50% (Top 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Moneta Continuation Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

School Overview

Moneta Continuation Elementary School's student population of 47 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.

The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.

School Type

Alternative school

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Total Students

47 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers

3 teachers

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School Rankings

Moneta Continuation Elementary School is ranked within the top 30% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.

The diversity score of Moneta Continuation Elementary School is 0.55, 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.

Definition of Terms 2020-2021 School Year Data

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State Level (CA)

Overall Testing Rank

#840 out of 3649 schools
(Top 30%)

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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)

<50%

34%

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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)

<50%

49%

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Student : Teacher Ratio

16:1

22:1

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American Indian

n/a

Asian

12%

Hispanic

60%

56%

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Black

30%

White

22%

Hawaiian

n/a

Two or more races

n/a

All Ethnic Groups

Diversity Score

0.55

0.63

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Graduation Rate

≤10%

85%

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Eligible for Free Lunch

81%

53%

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Eligible for Reduced Lunch

School Statewide Testing

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School District Name

Los Angeles Unified School District

Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Moneta Continuation Elementary School's ranking?

Moneta Continuation Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for: Highest math proficiency (Top 20%), Largest percent of students eligible for free lunch (Top 20%), Largest student body (number of students) (Top 10%) and Lowest student:teacher ratio (Top 20%).

What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?

<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).

What is the graduation rate of Moneta Continuation Elementary School?

The graduation rate of Moneta Continuation Elementary School is 10%, which is lower than the California state average of 85%.

How many students attend Moneta Continuation Elementary School?

47 students attend Moneta Continuation Elementary School.

What is the racial composition of the student body?

60% of Moneta Continuation Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are White.

What is the student:teacher ratio of Moneta Continuation Elementary School?

Moneta Continuation Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.

What grades does Moneta Continuation Elementary School offer ?

Moneta Continuation Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 9-12

What school district is Moneta Continuation Elementary School part of?

Moneta Continuation Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.

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Quick Stats (2023)

School Type: Alternative school
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 47 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
Minority Enrollment: 96%
Graduation Rate
: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 30%
Math Proficiency
: <50% (Top 20%)
Reading Proficiency
: <50% (Top 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education