Serving 579 students in grades Kindergarten-5, One Hundred Eighty-sixth Street 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 19:1 is lower 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: 579 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- 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: One Hundred Eighty-Sixth Street Elementary serves the southeast part of Gardena, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
One Hundred Eighty-sixth Street Elementary School's student population of 579 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
579 students
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
One Hundred Eighty-sixth Street 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 One Hundred Eighty-sixth Street Elementary School is 0.46, 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 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
72%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
14%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
3%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is One Hundred Eighty-sixth Street Elementary School's ranking?
One Hundred Eighty-sixth Street 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 One Hundred Eighty-sixth Street Elementary School often compared to?
One Hundred Eighty-sixth Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arlington 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 One Hundred Eighty-sixth Street Elementary School?
579 students attend One Hundred Eighty-sixth Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of One Hundred Eighty-sixth Street Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of One Hundred Eighty-sixth Street Elementary School?
One Hundred Eighty-sixth Street Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does One Hundred Eighty-sixth Street Elementary School offer ?
One Hundred Eighty-sixth Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is One Hundred Eighty-sixth Street Elementary School part of?
One Hundred Eighty-sixth Street Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is One Hundred Eighty-sixth Street Elementary School located?
One Hundred Eighty-sixth Street Elementary School is located in the Harbor Gateway North neighborhood of Gardena, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Harbor Gateway North.
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