Serving 339 students in grades 1-5, Tenth Street 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 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tenth Street Elementary serves the eastern part of its school district in Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tenth Street Elementary School's student population of 339 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
339 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tenth Street 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 Tenth Street Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#6844 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
93%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tenth Street Elementary School's ranking?
Tenth Street Elementary School is ranked #6844 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Tenth Street Elementary School?
339 students attend Tenth Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Tenth Street Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tenth Street Elementary School?
Tenth Street Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Tenth Street Elementary School offer ?
Tenth Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Tenth Street Elementary School part of?
Tenth Street Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Tenth Street Elementary School located?
Tenth Street Elementary School is located in the Pico Union neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 10 other public schools located in Pico Union.
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