Serving 508 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ninety-sixth Street Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ninety-sixth Street Elementary School's student population of 508 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
508 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Mascot
Mighty Eagles
School Rankings
Ninety-sixth Street Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ninety-sixth Street Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#6777 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
79%
56%
Black
15%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mighty Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ninety-sixth Street Elementary School's ranking?
Ninety-sixth Street Elementary School is ranked #6777 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ninety-sixth Street Elementary School?
508 students attend Ninety-sixth Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Ninety-sixth Street Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ninety-sixth Street Elementary School?
Ninety-sixth Street Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ninety-sixth Street Elementary School offer ?
Ninety-sixth Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Ninety-sixth Street Elementary School part of?
Ninety-sixth Street Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Ninety-sixth Street Elementary School located?
Ninety-sixth Street Elementary School is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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