Serving 307 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ritter 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher 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: 307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ritter Elementary serves the southeast part of Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 0.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ritter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Ritter Elementary School's student population of 307 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
307 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Ritter Bears
School Rankings
Ritter 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 Ritter Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#4369 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
81%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Ritter Elementary School's ranking?
Ritter Elementary School is ranked #4369 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ritter Elementary School?
307 students attend Ritter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Ritter Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ritter Elementary School?
Ritter Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ritter Elementary School offer ?
Ritter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ritter Elementary School part of?
Ritter Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Ritter Elementary School located?
Ritter 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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