Excellent
#953 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 10% in state
Center Street Elementary
Elementary School · El Segundo Unified
641 Sheldon St., EL Segundo, CA 90245
Enrollment
810
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
810
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#953 of 9,539
In EL Segundo
#3 of 10
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
El Segundo Unified
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Center Street Elementary
Center Street Elementary is a public elementary school in EL Segundo, CA, part of El Segundo Unified. Center Street Elementary serves approximately 810 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Center Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #953 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Center Street Elementary show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Center Street Elementary runs 23.8:1 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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Center Street Elementary — Students at Center Street Elementary score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
9.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.
How Center Street Elementary Compares
See how Center 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
641 Sheldon St., EL Segundo, CA 90245
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Center Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Grand View Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Manhattan Beach), with a very similar rating. Another option is Del Aire Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Hawthorne), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Richmond Street Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in EL Segundo, see our EL Segundo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| El Segundo Middle El Segundo | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Arena High (Continuation) El Segundo | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| El Segundo High El Segundo | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Richmond Street Elementary El Segundo | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Beach Cities Montessori School El Segundo | 1.2 mi | — |
| Da Vinci Communications El Segundo | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Da Vinci Design El Segundo | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Da Vinci Science El Segundo | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Global Citizen Leadership Los Angeles | 1.8 mi | — |
| FUSION ACADEMY MANHATTAN BEACH El Segundo | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| JE PORTAL SCHOOLS El Segundo | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Da Vinci Connect El Segundo | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Success Learning Center El Segundo | 1.9 mi | — |
| Vistamar School El Segundo | 2.0 mi | — |
| VISTAMAR SCHOOL El Segundo | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Grand View Elementary Manhattan Beach | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Wiseburn Middle Hawthorne | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Del Aire Elementary Hawthorne | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| VISITATION SCHOOL Los Angeles | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Visitation Elementary Los Angeles | 2.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90245 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$149,149
Median Home Value
$1,521,600
Median Rent
$2,547/mo
Population
16,863
College Educated
62.5%
Homeownership
42.6%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Median Age
38.2
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| Acacia Elementary Fullerton, CA | 8.4 |
| Bradley Elementary San Bernardino, CA | 8.4 |
| Charter Montessori Valley View Campus El Dorado Hills, CA | 8.4 |
| Conway Elementary Escondido, CA | 8.4 |
| Coronado Village Elementary Coronado, CA | 8.4 |
| Crescent Elementary Anaheim, CA | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Center Street Elementary
What grades does Center Street Elementary serve?
Center Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Center Street Elementary?
Center Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 810 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Center Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Center Street Elementary is 23.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Center Street Elementary rank in CA?
Center Street Elementary ranks #953 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Center Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Center Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Center Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Center Street Elementary has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Center Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Center Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Center Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Center Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Center Street Elementary?
9.3% of students at Center 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
- 810
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 9.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.9%
- Phone
- (310) 615-2676
Resources & Links
District
El Segundo Unified- District Enrollment
- 3,563
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,622
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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