Serving 217 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Virginia Road Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Virginia Road Elementary serves the eastern part of its school district in Los Angeles, CA, covering approximately 0.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance area located about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Virginia Road Elementary School's student population of 217 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
217 students
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Virginia Road 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 Virginia Road Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#4852 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
67%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
30%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Virginia Road Elementary School's ranking?
Virginia Road Elementary School is ranked #4852 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Virginia Road Elementary School often compared to?
Virginia Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baldwin Hills Elementary School, Cienega Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Virginia Road Elementary School?
217 students attend Virginia Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Virginia Road Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Virginia Road Elementary School?
Virginia Road Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Virginia Road Elementary School offer ?
Virginia Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Virginia Road Elementary School part of?
Virginia Road Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Virginia Road Elementary School located?
Virginia Road Elementary School is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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