Excellent
#354 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 4% 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
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
611
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Los Angeles
#80 of 563
public schools
California elementary schools
#270 of 5,817
In district
#114 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Exceptional
About Castelar Street Elementary
Castelar Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of the Los Angeles Unified. The school serves approximately 611 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 20.4:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.8/10, placing it in the 96.3th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 51% proficiency in math, 14 points above the state average and 57% in reading/language arts, 11 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.0/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $67,635, where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Castelar Street Elementary is 20.4:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
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 16 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: 9.0/10.
How Castelar Street Elementary Compares
See how Castelar Street Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 48% (2019) to 48.36% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 54% (2019) to 48.84% (2024).
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 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Burbank), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Solano Avenue Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ann Street Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Castelar Street Elementary has a median household income of $67,635. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $686,400, with a median rent of $2,116/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.7%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| Bonita Street Elementary Carson, CA | 8.8 |
| Capri Elementary Campbell, CA | 8.8 |
| Carlos Santana Arts Academy North Hills, CA | 8.8 |
| Chaparral Elementary Ladera Ranch, CA | 8.8 |
| Demille Elementary Midway City, CA | 8.8 |
| Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.8 |
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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 is ranked #354 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Castelar Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Castelar Street Elementary has a composite rating of 8.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Castelar Street Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Castelar Street Elementary has 50.5% math proficiency and 56.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
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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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 96 Walker's Paradise
- Transit Score
- 89 Excellent Transit
- Bike Score
- 60 Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,223/100K)
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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
- Phone
- (213) 626-3674
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #114 of 769
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