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Ambassador School-global Education

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

3201 West Eighth St., Los Angeles, CA 90005

Enrollment

317

Student-Teacher

17.6:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#7,276 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#491 of 563

public schools

In district

#709 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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5.0/10

Elementary School in Los Angeles · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ambassador School-global Education

Ambassador School-global Education is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Ambassador School-global Education serves approximately 317 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Ambassador School-global Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,276 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Ambassador School-global Education show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).

How it compares1.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Ambassador School-global Education were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-2.27 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.6% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-27.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-20.9 pts
Overall Proficiency20% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism31.2%

Ambassador School-global Education — Students at Ambassador School-global Education score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

94.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 30.8% (multi-year average, 2010-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 28.2% (multi-year average, 2010-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 28 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2010
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
30%
ELA
25%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
18.9%
ELA
24.2%
2024
Math
18.7%
ELA
21.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.3/10.

How Ambassador School-global Education Compares

See how Ambassador School-global Education performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
24th percentile in CA
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
95%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3201 West Eighth St., Los Angeles, CA 90005

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ambassador School-global Education may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vista Horizon Global Academy (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mariposa-Nabi Primary Center (rated 7.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRAWERMAN ELEMENTARY EAST OF WILSHIRE BLVD TEMPLE (rated 6.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi
School Distance Rating
New Open World Academy K-12 Los Angeles 0.0 mi 6.4
UCLA Community K-12 Los Angeles 0.1 mi 6.5
Los Angeles High School of the Arts Los Angeles 0.1 mi 7.5
School for the Visual Arts and Humanities Los Angeles 0.1 mi 7.5
Ambassador-Global Leadership Los Angeles 0.1 mi 6.3
UNIVERSITY OF SILVANER Los Angeles 0.2 mi 7.6
Olive Tree Christian Academy Los Angeles 0.2 mi
OLIVE TREE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Los Angeles 0.2 mi
University of Silvaner Los Angeles 0.3 mi
Mariposa-Nabi Primary Center Los Angeles 0.4 mi 7.1
Everyday Ibaadah Academy Los Angeles 0.4 mi
IVY ROAD SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.4 mi 7.0
BRAWERMAN ELEMENTARY EAST OF WILSHIRE BLVD TEMPLE Los Angeles 0.5 mi 6.3
Brawerman Elementary East Los Angeles 0.5 mi
Young Oak Kim Academy Los Angeles 0.5 mi 8.1
Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle Los Angeles 0.6 mi 7.5
Vista Horizon Global Academy Los Angeles 0.6 mi 7.9
Hobart Boulevard Elementary Los Angeles 0.6 mi 4.7
Maynard Academy Los Angeles 0.5 mi
Berendo Middle Los Angeles 0.7 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90005 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,755

Median Home Value

$1,084,400

Median Rent

$1,648/mo

Population

38,747

College Educated

38%

Homeownership

9%

Avg Commute

32 min

Poverty Rate

24.6%

Median Age

35.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ambassador School-global Education

What grades does Ambassador School-global Education serve?

Ambassador School-global Education serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Ambassador School-global Education?

Ambassador School-global Education has an enrollment of approximately 317 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ambassador School-global Education?

The student-teacher ratio at Ambassador School-global Education is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ambassador School-global Education rank in CA?

Ambassador School-global Education ranks #7,276 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Ambassador School-global Education's MySchoolScout rating?

Ambassador School-global Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Ambassador School-global Education?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ambassador School-global Education has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).

Is Ambassador School-global Education a charter school?

No, Ambassador School-global Education is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ambassador School-global Education a Title I school?

No, Ambassador School-global Education is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ambassador School-global Education?

94.6% of students at Ambassador School-global Education qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
95 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
79 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
317
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
94.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.2%

District

Los Angeles Unified
District Enrollment
419,929
Schools in District
785
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,687
District Rank
#709 of 769

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