Very Good
#2125 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 22% in state
Carson Street Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
161 East Carson St., Carson, CA 90745
Enrollment
622
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
622
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,125 of 9,539
In Carson
#10 of 23
public schools
In district
#218 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Carson Street Elementary
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About Carson Street Elementary
Carson Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Carson, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Carson Street Elementary serves approximately 622 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Carson Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,125 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Carson Street Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Carson Street Elementary runs 21.4:1 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.
33% of students at Carson 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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Carson Street Elementary — Students at Carson Street Elementary score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.6%
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: 7.0/10.
How Carson Street Elementary Compares
See how Carson 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
161 East Carson St., Carson, CA 90745
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carson Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Meyler Street Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Torrance), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Catskill Avenue Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Van Deene Avenue Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Torrance), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Carson, see our Carson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Philomena Elementary Carson | 0.2 mi | — |
| Carson Senior High Carson | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Academies of Education and Empowerment at Carson High Carson | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Academy of Medical Arts at Carson High Carson | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Dolores Street Elementary Carson | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Eagle Tree Continuation Carson | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Stephen M. White Middle Carson | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Caroldale Learning Community Carson | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Van Deene Avenue Elementary Torrance | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Bonita Street Elementary Carson | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Andrew Carnegie Middle Carson | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Two Hundred Thirty-Second Place Elementary Carson | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Catskill Avenue Elementary Carson | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Meyler Street Elementary Torrance | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Bethel Baptist Christian School Carson | 1.5 mi | — |
| BETHEL BAPTIST SCHOOL Carson | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Halldale Elementary Torrance | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Towne Avenue Elementary Carson | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Leapwood Avenue Elementary Carson | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Magnolia Science Academy 3 Carson | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
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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| Bowman Charter Auburn, CA | 7.7 |
| Bud Rank Elementary Clovis, CA | 7.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carson Street Elementary
What grades does Carson Street Elementary serve?
Carson Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Carson Street Elementary?
Carson Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 622 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carson Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Carson Street Elementary is 21.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carson Street Elementary rank in CA?
Carson Street Elementary ranks #2,125 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Carson Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Carson Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Carson Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carson Street Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Carson Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Carson Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carson Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Carson Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carson Street Elementary?
65.6% of students at Carson 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
- 622
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.4%
- Phone
- (310) 834-4508
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #218 of 769
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