Serving 368 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ricardo Lizarraga 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 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary serves the eastern part of its school district in Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.2 square miles. Most students live within a short 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 0.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary School's student population of 368 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
368 students
Showing 2014–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Ricardo Lizarraga 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 Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#7759 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Hispanic
96%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 20-year historical data
White
1%
20%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 20-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 Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary School's ranking?
Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary School is ranked #7759 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 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary School?
368 students attend Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary School?
Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary School offer ?
Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary School part of?
Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary School located?
Ricardo Lizarraga 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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