Serving 638 students in grades Kindergarten-5, San Jose Street Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: San Jose Street Elementary serves the northern part of Mission Hills, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Jose Street Elementary School's student population of 638 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
638 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Motto
Preparing young scholars for the future
School Rankings
San Jose 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 San Jose 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
#3256 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
80%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Jose Street Elementary School's ranking?
San Jose Street Elementary School is ranked #3256 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?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend San Jose Street Elementary School?
638 students attend San Jose Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of San Jose Street Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Jose Street Elementary School?
San Jose Street Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Jose Street Elementary School offer ?
San Jose Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is San Jose Street Elementary School part of?
San Jose Street Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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