Excellent

#853 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 9% in state

Charles H. Kim Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

225 South Oxford Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90004

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

472

Student-Teacher

18.2:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Enrollment

472

Student-Teacher

18.2:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#853 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#93 of 563

public schools

In district

#116 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

Equity

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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About Charles H. Kim Elementary

Charles H. Kim Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Charles H.

Kim Elementary serves approximately 472 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Charles H. Kim Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #853 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Charles H. Kim Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.6 pts above district

8.5

This school 8.5 · Excellent
District avg 6.9
CA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress7.5Very Good50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data12

Annual Change-0.97 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2024

TrendStable

Academics9.5Excellent30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency66.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Reading/ELA Proficiency64.8% (2024 CAASPP)

Math vs. State Avg+20.6 pts

Reading vs. State Avg+22 pts

Overall Proficiency66% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)

vs. Expected+41.0 pts

Adjusted Percentile92th

Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio18.2:1

Per-Pupil Spending$22,687

Chronic Absenteeism21.4%

Charles H. Kim Elementary — Students at Charles H. Kim Elementary score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

88.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 61.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)

School

State

39.4% (2024 CAASPP)

ELA Proficiency 60.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)

School

State

45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

76%

ELA

64%

2010

Math

79%

ELA

68%

2011

Math

81%

ELA

71%

2012

Math

82%

ELA

68%

2014

Math

45%

ELA

48%

2015

Math

45%

ELA

48%

2016

Math

47%

ELA

46%

2017

Math

49%

ELA

56%

2018

Math

49%

ELA

60%

2019

Math

49%

ELA

60%

2022

Math

57.2%

ELA

65.4%

2024

Math

65.9%

ELA

64.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.5/10.

How Charles H. Kim Elementary Compares

See how Charles H. Kim Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

8.5/10

91th percentile in CA

Academic

9.5/10

Excellent

Growth

7.5/10

Very Good

Environment

9.5/10

Excellent

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

88%

Teaching Staff

18:1 student-teacher ratio

26 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

21.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available

This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

225 South Oxford Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90004

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Charles H. Kim Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Alexandria Avenue Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Wilshire Park Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST JAMES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Champion of Life Academy Los Angeles	0.1 mi	6	—
ST BRENDAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Los Angeles	0.1 mi	292	6.1
St. Brendan Los Angeles	0.1 mi	307	—
Cahuenga Elementary Los Angeles	0.2 mi	365	6.7
Gateway Online High School Los Angeles	0.3 mi	18	—
Harvard Elementary Los Angeles	0.5 mi	250	5.2
St. James' Episcopal School Los Angeles	0.6 mi	309	—
ST JAMES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Los Angeles	0.6 mi	317	7.3
Brawerman Elementary East Los Angeles	0.6 mi	116	—
BRAWERMAN ELEMENTARY EAST OF WILSHIRE BLVD TEMPLE Los Angeles	0.6 mi	105	6.3
Maynard Academy Los Angeles	0.7 mi	100	—
Global Leadership School Los Angeles	0.7 mi	19	—
Windsor Math and Science Academy Los Angeles	0.7 mi	10	—
Alexandria Avenue Elementary Los Angeles	0.7 mi	503	8.5
University of Silvaner Los Angeles	0.8 mi	80	—
Wilshire Park Elementary Los Angeles	0.8 mi	331	7.8
OLIVE TREE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Los Angeles	0.8 mi	14	—
Olive Tree Christian Academy Los Angeles	0.8 mi	14	—
UNIVERSITY OF SILVANER Los Angeles	0.8 mi	80	7.6
Van Ness Avenue Elementary Los Angeles	0.9 mi	198	6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,655

Median Home Value

$1,457,200

Median Rent

$1,752/mo

Population

58,844

College Educated

40%

Homeownership

16.9%

Avg Commute

31.6 min

Poverty Rate

18.8%

Median Age

36.8

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Academy for Enriched Sciences Encino, CA	307	8.5
Alamo Elementary San Francisco, CA	393	8.5
Alexandria Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, CA	503	8.5
Anza Elementary Torrance, CA	640	8.5
Aviara Oaks Elementary Carlsbad, CA	624	8.5
Bella Vista Elementary San Ramon, CA	496	8.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Charles H. Kim Elementary

What grades does Charles H. Kim Elementary serve?

Charles H. Kim Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Charles H. Kim Elementary?

Charles H. Kim Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 472 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Charles H. Kim Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Charles H. Kim Elementary is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Charles H. Kim Elementary rank in CA?

Charles H. Kim Elementary ranks #853 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Charles H. Kim Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Charles H. Kim Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Charles H. Kim Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Charles H. Kim Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Charles H. Kim Elementary a charter school?

No, Charles H. Kim Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Charles H. Kim Elementary a Title I school?

No, Charles H. Kim Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Charles H. Kim Elementary?

88.3% of students at Charles H. Kim 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: 98 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score: 74 Excellent Transit
Bike Score: 67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades: Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment: 472
Student-Teacher Ratio: 18.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 26
Free/Reduced Lunch: 88.3%
Type: regular
Setting: Large City
County: Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 21.4%
Phone: (213) 368-5600

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District

Los Angeles Unified

District Enrollment: 419,929
Schools in District: 785
Per-Pupil Spending: $22,687
District Rank: #116 of 769

Other Schools in This District

Downtown Business High 9.7 Broadway Elementary 9.6 Hoover Street Elementary 9.5 Braddock Drive Elementary 9.4 Mayall Street Elementary 9.4

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