Below Average
#7977 of 9,539 schools in CA
Bandini Elementary
Elementary School · Montebello Unified
2318 Couts Ave., City of Commerce, CA 90040
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,977 of 9,539
In City of Commerce
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#27 of 28
Montebello Unified
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Bandini Elementary
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About Bandini Elementary
Bandini Elementary is a public elementary school in City of Commerce, CA, part of Montebello Unified. Bandini Elementary serves approximately 270 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bandini Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,977 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Bandini Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Bandini 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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Bandini Elementary — Students at Bandini Elementary score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.7/10.
How Bandini Elementary Compares
See how Bandini 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
2318 Couts Ave., City of Commerce, CA 90040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bandini Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Humphreys Avenue Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fourth Street Primary Center (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Amanecer Primary Center (rated 7.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores notably higher. For more schools in City of Commerce, see our City of Commerce schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kirby Dorothy Camp Downey | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Winter Gardens Elementary Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Rosewood Park City Of Commerce | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Ford Boulevard Elementary Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Arts in Action Community Middle Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| KIPP Academy of Innovation Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Maywood Elementary Maywood | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| KIPP Raices Academy Los Angeles | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Eastman Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Heliotrope Avenue Elementary Maywood | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| James A. Garfield Senior High Los Angeles | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Humphreys Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Maywood Center for Enriched Studies Maywood | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| ST ALPHONSUS ELEMENTARY Los Angeles | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| St. Alphonsus School East Los Angeles | 1.6 mi | — |
| Monterey Continuation Los Angeles | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Fourth Street Primary Center Los Angeles | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Amanecer Primary Center Los Angeles | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Griffith Middle Los Angeles | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Fourth Street Elementary Los Angeles | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,909
Median Home Value
$576,900
Median Rent
$1,390/mo
Population
11,683
College Educated
11.7%
Homeownership
54.1%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.5%
Median Age
37.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bandini Elementary
What grades does Bandini Elementary serve?
Bandini Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Bandini Elementary?
Bandini Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 270 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bandini Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bandini Elementary is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bandini Elementary rank in CA?
Bandini Elementary ranks #7,977 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Bandini Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Bandini Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Bandini Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bandini Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bandini Elementary a charter school?
No, Bandini Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bandini Elementary a Title I school?
No, Bandini Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bandini Elementary?
72.2% of students at Bandini 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
- 270
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.4%
- Phone
- (323) 887-7898
Resources & Links
District
Montebello Unified- District Enrollment
- 19,967
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,912
- District Rank
- #27 of 28
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