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Charles W. Barrett Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
419 West 98th St., Los Angeles, CA 90003
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,667 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#408 of 563
public schools
In district
#577 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Charles W. Barrett Elementary
Charles W. Barrett Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Charles W.
Barrett Elementary serves approximately 515 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Charles W. Barrett Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,667 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Charles W. Barrett Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Charles W. Barrett 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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Charles W. Barrett Elementary — Students at Charles W. Barrett Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.9/10.
How Charles W. Barrett Elementary Compares
See how Charles W. Barrett 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
419 West 98th St., Los Angeles, CA 90003
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Charles W. Barrett Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Figueroa Street Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ninety-Third Street Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,781
Median Home Value
$547,600
Median Rent
$1,515/mo
Population
71,708
College Educated
7.1%
Homeownership
26.6%
Avg Commute
36.5 min
Poverty Rate
26.3%
Median Age
30.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Charles W. Barrett Elementary
What grades does Charles W. Barrett Elementary serve?
Charles W. Barrett Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Charles W. Barrett Elementary?
Charles W. Barrett Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 515 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Charles W. Barrett Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Charles W. Barrett Elementary is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Charles W. Barrett Elementary rank in CA?
Charles W. Barrett Elementary ranks #5,667 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Charles W. Barrett Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Charles W. Barrett Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 W. Barrett Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Charles W. Barrett Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Charles W. Barrett Elementary a charter school?
No, Charles W. Barrett Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Charles W. Barrett Elementary a Title I school?
No, Charles W. Barrett Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Charles W. Barrett Elementary?
98.8% of students at Charles W. Barrett 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
- 515
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.2%
- Phone
- (323) 756-1419
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #577 of 769
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