Serving 611 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Woodcrest 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 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Woodcrest Elementary serves the southeast part of Los Angeles, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Woodcrest Elementary School's student population of 611 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
611 students
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Woodcrest 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 Woodcrest Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#8287 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
64%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
30%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 26-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 Woodcrest Elementary School's ranking?
Woodcrest Elementary School is ranked #8287 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Woodcrest Elementary School?
611 students attend Woodcrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Woodcrest Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodcrest Elementary School?
Woodcrest Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Woodcrest Elementary School offer ?
Woodcrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Woodcrest Elementary School part of?
Woodcrest Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Woodcrest Elementary School located?
Woodcrest 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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