Very Good
#2126 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 22% in state
Castelar Street Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
840 Yale St., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Enrollment
611
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
611
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,126 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#173 of 563
public schools
In district
#219 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Castelar Street Elementary
Castelar Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Castelar Street Elementary serves approximately 611 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 20.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Castelar Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,126 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Castelar Street Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% 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
Castelar Street Elementary runs 20.4:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Castelar Street Elementary — Students at Castelar Street Elementary score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 6.4/10.
How Castelar Street Elementary Compares
See how Castelar 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
840 Yale St., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Castelar Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PUC Milagro Charter (rated 9.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Burbank), which scores notably higher. Another option is Solano Avenue Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Ann Street Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90012 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,635
Median Home Value
$686,400
Median Rent
$2,116/mo
Population
37,463
College Educated
39.5%
Homeownership
8.2%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
22.7%
Median Age
36.1
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Compare Castelar Street Elementary with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Castelar Street Elementary
What grades does Castelar Street Elementary serve?
Castelar Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Castelar Street Elementary?
Castelar Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 611 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Castelar Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Castelar Street Elementary is 20.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Castelar Street Elementary rank in CA?
Castelar Street Elementary ranks #2,126 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Castelar Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Castelar 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 Castelar Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Castelar Street Elementary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Castelar Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Castelar Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Castelar Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Castelar Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Castelar Street Elementary?
85.1% of students at Castelar 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 611
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.7%
- Phone
- (213) 626-3674
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #219 of 769
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