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#5272 of 9,539 schools in CA
Betty Plasencia Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1321 Cortez St., Los Angeles, CA 90026
Enrollment
414
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
414
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,272 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#380 of 563
public schools
In district
#537 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Betty Plasencia Elementary
Betty Plasencia Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Betty Plasencia Elementary serves approximately 414 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Betty Plasencia Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,272 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Betty Plasencia Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Betty Plasencia 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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Betty Plasencia Elementary — Students at Betty Plasencia Elementary score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.5%
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: 4.5/10.
How Betty Plasencia Elementary Compares
See how Betty Plasencia 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
1321 Cortez St., Los Angeles, CA 90026
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Betty Plasencia Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Union Avenue Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gratts Learning Academy for Young Scholars (GLAYS) (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Logan Academy of Global Ecology (rated 6.1/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,835
Median Home Value
$1,143,400
Median Rent
$1,822/mo
Population
62,902
College Educated
47.4%
Homeownership
25.1%
Avg Commute
31.9 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
36.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Betty Plasencia Elementary
What grades does Betty Plasencia Elementary serve?
Betty Plasencia Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Betty Plasencia Elementary?
Betty Plasencia Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 414 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Betty Plasencia Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Betty Plasencia Elementary is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Betty Plasencia Elementary rank in CA?
Betty Plasencia Elementary ranks #5,272 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Betty Plasencia Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Betty Plasencia Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Betty Plasencia Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Betty Plasencia Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Betty Plasencia Elementary a charter school?
No, Betty Plasencia Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Betty Plasencia Elementary a Title I school?
No, Betty Plasencia Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Betty Plasencia Elementary?
93.5% of students at Betty Plasencia 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
- 414
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.2%
- Phone
- (213) 250-7450
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #537 of 769
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