Serving 717 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Third Street Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (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 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 717 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Third Street Elementary serves the northeast part of Los Angeles, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Most families within the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Third Street Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Third Street Elementary School's student population of 717 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
717 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 ↓
Year Founded
1924
School Calendar
School Rankings
Third Street Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Third Street Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#117 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
46%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-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 Third Street Elementary School's ranking?
Third Street Elementary School is ranked #117 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Third Street Elementary School often compared to?
Third Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richland Avenue Elementary School, Stoner Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Third Street Elementary School?
717 students attend Third Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Third Street Elementary School students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Third Street Elementary School?
Third Street Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Third Street Elementary School offer ?
Third Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Third Street Elementary School part of?
Third Street Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Third Street Elementary School located?
Third Street Elementary School is located in the Central LA neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 62 other public schools located in Central LA.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Third Street does a lot of fundraising and the children really benefit from what those extra funds provide, like additional staff, access to technology, and extracurriculars. I have two children at the school and they both have enjoyed their classroom experience and the community-oriented nature of the school.
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