Serving 218 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Toland Way 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 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Toland Way Elementary serves the northeast area of Los Angeles, CA, with an attendance zone covering approximately 1 square mile. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the zone about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Toland Way Elementary School's student population of 218 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
218 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1924
School Calendar
School Motto
In unity, we strive for success
School Rankings
Toland Way 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 Toland Way Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#7265 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
15%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
73%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Toland Way Elementary School's ranking?
Toland Way Elementary School is ranked #7265 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Toland Way Elementary School often compared to?
Toland Way Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richard Riordan Primary Center, Yorkdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Toland Way Elementary School?
218 students attend Toland Way Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Toland Way Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Toland Way Elementary School?
Toland Way Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Toland Way Elementary School offer ?
Toland Way Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Toland Way Elementary School part of?
Toland Way Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Toland Way Elementary School located?
Toland Way Elementary School is located in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 27 other public schools located in Northeast Los Angeles.
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