Excellent
#665 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 7% in state
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
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Los Angeles
#129 of 563
public schools
California elementary schools
#492 of 5,817
In district
#194 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.4 / 10
Exceptional
About Charles W. Barrett Elementary
Charles W. Barrett Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of the Los Angeles Unified. The school serves approximately 515 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 17.8:1.
It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 93rd percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall. Students demonstrate 32% proficiency in math, 7 points below the state average and 33% in reading/language arts, 13 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.4/10).
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $54,781, where 7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large city setting.
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: 18%).
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 10 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: 8.7/10.
How Charles W. Barrett Elementary Compares
See how Charles W. Barrett Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 29% (2019) to 33.2% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 33% (2019) to 32.77% (2024).
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. Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Figueroa Street Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ninety-Fifth Street Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Charles W. Barrett Elementary has a median household income of $54,781. It is a community where 7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $547,600, with a median rent of $1,515/month. The area has a poverty rate of 26.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 37 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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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 is ranked #665 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Charles W. Barrett Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Charles W. Barrett Elementary has a composite rating of 8.5 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 Charles W. Barrett Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Charles W. Barrett Elementary has 32.3% math proficiency and 32.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 66 Somewhat Walkable
- Transit Score
- 57 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 68 Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,223/100K)
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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
- Phone
- (323) 756-1419
- 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
- #194 of 769
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