Serving 430 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Mt. Washington Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Mt. Washington Elementary serves the northeast part of Los Angeles, CA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families in this area typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt. Washington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mt. Washington Elementary School's student population of 430 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
430 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We are the Children of Mt. Washington
School Rankings
Mt. Washington Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt. Washington Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#431 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
27%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
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 Mt. Washington Elementary School's ranking?
Mt. Washington Elementary School is ranked #431 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mt. Washington Elementary School?
430 students attend Mt. Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Mt. Washington Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Two or more races, 22% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt. Washington Elementary School?
Mt. Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mt. Washington Elementary School offer ?
Mt. Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Mt. Washington Elementary School part of?
Mt. Washington Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Mt. Washington Elementary School located?
Mt. Washington Elementary School is located in the Mount Washington neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Mount Washington.
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