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#5091 of 9,539 schools in CA
Bonita Street Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
21929 Bonita St., Carson, CA 90745
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
20.3:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
20.3:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,091 of 9,539
In Carson
#21 of 23
public schools
In district
#523 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Bonita Street Elementary
Bonita Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Carson, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Bonita Street Elementary serves approximately 386 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Bonita Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #5,091 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Bonita Street Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Bonita Street Elementary runs 20.3:1 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.
35% of students at Bonita Street 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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Bonita Street Elementary — Students at Bonita Street Elementary score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.6%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.8/10.
How Bonita Street Elementary Compares
See how Bonita Street 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
21929 Bonita St., Carson, CA 90745
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bonita Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Annalee Avenue Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Catskill Avenue Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Two Hundred Thirty-Second Place Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carson, see our Carson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Andrew Carnegie Middle Carson | 0.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Bethel Baptist Christian School Carson | 0.7 mi | — |
| BETHEL BAPTIST SCHOOL Carson | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Dolores Street Elementary Carson | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Carson Senior High Carson | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Academies of Education and Empowerment at Carson High Carson | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Academy of Medical Arts at Carson High Carson | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Carson Street Elementary Carson | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Eagle Tree Continuation Carson | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| St. Philomena Elementary Carson | 1.0 mi | — |
| Catskill Avenue Elementary Carson | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Del Amo Elementary Carson | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Magnolia Science Academy 3 Carson | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Caroldale Learning Community Carson | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle Carson | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Virtual Academy of the Arts & Entertainment Carson | 1.6 mi | — |
| Stephen M. White Middle Carson | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Two Hundred Thirty-Second Place Elementary Carson | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Annalee Avenue Elementary Carson | 1.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Broad Avenue Elementary Wilmington | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90745 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,457
Median Home Value
$628,400
Median Rent
$1,838/mo
Population
57,952
College Educated
27.6%
Homeownership
68.5%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
41.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bonita Street Elementary
What grades does Bonita Street Elementary serve?
Bonita Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Bonita Street Elementary?
Bonita Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 386 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bonita Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bonita Street Elementary is 20.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bonita Street Elementary rank in CA?
Bonita Street Elementary ranks #5,091 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Bonita Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Bonita Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Bonita Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bonita Street Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bonita Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Bonita Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bonita Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Bonita Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bonita Street Elementary?
75.6% of students at Bonita Street 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
- 386
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.5%
- Phone
- (310) 834-8588
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #523 of 769
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