Serving 302 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ninth 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 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 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: 302 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ninth Street Elementary serves the eastern part of Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 3.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ninth Street Elementary School's student population of 302 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
302 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to the home of the Rockets! ¡Bienvenidos a la casa de los Rockets!
School Rankings
Ninth 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 Ninth Street Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#7963 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2010–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
76%
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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2009–2024. Full 26-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 Ninth Street Elementary School's ranking?
Ninth Street Elementary School is ranked #7963 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ninth Street Elementary School?
302 students attend Ninth Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Ninth Street Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ninth Street Elementary School?
Ninth Street Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ninth Street Elementary School offer ?
Ninth Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ninth Street Elementary School part of?
Ninth Street Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Ninth Street Elementary School located?
Ninth Street Elementary School is located in the Downtown Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in Downtown Los Angeles.
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