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#6757 of 9,539 schools in CA
Baldwin Hills Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
5421 Rodeo Rd., Los Angeles, CA 90016
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,757 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#461 of 563
public schools
In district
#663 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic performance
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Baldwin Hills Elementary
Baldwin Hills Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Baldwin Hills Elementary serves approximately 428 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Baldwin Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,757 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Baldwin Hills Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Baldwin Hills Elementary runs 22.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
34% of students at Baldwin Hills Elementary 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
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Baldwin Hills Elementary — Students at Baldwin Hills Elementary score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.3/10.
How Baldwin Hills Elementary Compares
See how Baldwin Hills Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5421 Rodeo Rd., Los Angeles, CA 90016
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Baldwin Hills Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TURNING POINT SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Culver City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stella Elementary Charter Academy (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ECHO HORIZON (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Culver City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| New Los Angeles Charter Elementary Los Angeles | 0.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Marvin Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| ECHO HORIZON Culver City | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Echo Horizon School Culver City | 0.9 mi | — |
| Play Mountain Place Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | — |
| PLAY MOUNTAIN PLACE Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Cienega Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| THE WILLOWS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Culver City | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Maor Academy Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | — |
| Stella Elementary Charter Academy Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| View Park Continuation Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | — |
| Susan Miller Dorsey Senior High Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Little Sprouts Language Immersion Preschool Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | — |
| Hillcrest Drive Elementary Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| New Los Angeles Charter Los Angeles | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Turning Point School Culver City | 1.2 mi | — |
| TURNING POINT SCHOOL Culver City | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Stella Middle Charter Academy Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Coliseum Street Elementary Los Angeles | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| CITY KIDS LA Los Angeles | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,067
Median Home Value
$919,800
Median Rent
$1,729/mo
Population
46,102
College Educated
31.9%
Homeownership
35.4%
Avg Commute
33.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.5%
Median Age
35.9
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| A. H. Morgan Elementary Rialto, CA | 5.3 |
| Acacia Magnet School for Enriched Learning Thousand Oaks, CA | 5.3 |
| Alice Birney Waldorf-Inspired Sacramento, CA | 5.3 |
| Ann Soldo Elementary Watsonville, CA | 5.3 |
| Arlington Heights Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 5.3 |
| Arminta Street Elementary North Hollywood, CA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Baldwin Hills Elementary
What grades does Baldwin Hills Elementary serve?
Baldwin Hills Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Baldwin Hills Elementary?
Baldwin Hills Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 428 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Baldwin Hills Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Baldwin Hills Elementary is 22.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Baldwin Hills Elementary rank in CA?
Baldwin Hills Elementary ranks #6,757 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Baldwin Hills Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Baldwin Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Baldwin Hills Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Baldwin Hills Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Baldwin Hills Elementary a charter school?
No, Baldwin Hills Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Baldwin Hills Elementary a Title I school?
No, Baldwin Hills Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Baldwin Hills Elementary?
68.9% of students at Baldwin Hills Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 428
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.9%
- Phone
- (323) 937-7223
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #663 of 769
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