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#6590 of 9,539 schools in CA
Barton Hill Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
423 North Pacific Ave., San Pedro, CA 90731
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,590 of 9,539
In San Pedro
#14 of 17
public schools
In district
#638 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Barton Hill Elementary
Barton Hill Elementary is a public elementary school in San Pedro, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Barton Hill Elementary serves approximately 356 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Barton Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #6,590 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Barton Hill Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
50% of students at Barton Hill 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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Barton Hill Elementary — Students at Barton Hill Elementary score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 4.0/10.
How Barton Hill Elementary Compares
See how Barton Hill 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
423 North Pacific Ave., San Pedro, CA 90731
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Barton Hill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Taper Avenue Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Crestwood Street STEAM Magnet (rated 7.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Rancho Palos Verdes), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Pedro, see our San Pedro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90731 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,936
Median Home Value
$808,800
Median Rent
$1,645/mo
Population
62,452
College Educated
25.4%
Homeownership
32.7%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
16%
Median Age
38.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Barton Hill Elementary
What grades does Barton Hill Elementary serve?
Barton Hill Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Barton Hill Elementary?
Barton Hill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 356 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Barton Hill Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Barton Hill Elementary is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Barton Hill Elementary rank in CA?
Barton Hill Elementary ranks #6,590 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Barton Hill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Barton Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Barton Hill Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Barton Hill Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Barton Hill Elementary a charter school?
No, Barton Hill Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Barton Hill Elementary a Title I school?
No, Barton Hill Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Barton Hill Elementary?
96.3% of students at Barton Hill 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
- 356
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.0%
- Phone
- (310) 547-2471
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #638 of 769
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