Serving 672 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Taper Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher 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 81% 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: 672 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Taper Avenue Elementary serves the southern part of its school district in San Pedro, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Taper Avenue Elementary School's student population of 672 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
672 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Taper Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Taper Avenue Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#2169 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
56%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
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)20.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Terri The Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taper Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Taper Avenue Elementary School is ranked #2169 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Taper Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Taper Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park Western Place Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Taper Avenue Elementary School?
672 students attend Taper Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Taper Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taper Avenue Elementary School?
Taper Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Taper Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Taper Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Taper Avenue Elementary School part of?
Taper Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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