Serving 472 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wilmington Park 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 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilmington Park Elementary serves the southeast part of Wilmington, CA, covering an area of approximately 6 square miles. Families typically can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilmington Park Elementary School's student population of 472 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
472 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wilmington Park 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 Wilmington Park Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#5506 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
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
96%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilmington Park Elementary School's ranking?
Wilmington Park Elementary School is ranked #5506 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Wilmington Park Elementary School often compared to?
Wilmington Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broad Avenue Elementary School, Harry Bridges Span by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Wilmington Park Elementary School?
472 students attend Wilmington Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Wilmington Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilmington Park Elementary School?
Wilmington Park Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Wilmington Park Elementary School offer ?
Wilmington Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Wilmington Park Elementary School part of?
Wilmington Park Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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