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#6609 of 9,539 schools in CA
Charles White Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
2401 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90057
Enrollment
248
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
248
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
1st – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,609 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#457 of 563
public schools
In district
#657 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Charles White Elementary
Charles White Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Charles White Elementary serves approximately 248 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Charles White Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #6,609 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Charles White Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Charles White 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 White Elementary — Students at Charles White 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%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 2.7/10.
How Charles White Elementary Compares
See how Charles White 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
2401 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90057
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Charles White Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hoover Street Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MacArthur Park Elem Sch for the Visual and Perf Arts (rated 7.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lafayette Park Primary Center (rated 7.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Harold McAlister High (Opportunity) Los Angeles | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Equitas Academy 4 Los Angeles | 0.2 mi | 4.6 |
| MacArthur Park Elem Sch for the Visual and Perf Arts Los Angeles | 0.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Rise Kohyang High Los Angeles | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Rise Kohyang Elementary Los Angeles | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Equitas Academy #2 Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Lafayette Park Primary Center Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| PILGRIM SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Pilgrim School Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | — |
| Hoover Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 9.5 |
| Camino Nuevo Charter Academy Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Precious Blood Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | — |
| Rise Kohyang Middle Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Ivy Road School Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | — |
| Esperanza Elementary Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Citizens of the World Charter School Silver Lake Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| California University FCE Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | — |
| NEW COVENANT ACADEMY Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| New Village Girls Academy Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Young Oak Kim Academy Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90057 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,876
Median Home Value
$694,500
Median Rent
$1,395/mo
Population
45,548
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
4.2%
Avg Commute
34.9 min
Poverty Rate
27.2%
Median Age
34.7
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| Chaparral Academy of Technology Fontana, CA | 5.4 |
| Equitas Academy 5 Los Angeles, CA | 5.4 |
| Fifty-Ninth Street Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 5.4 |
| Fullbright Avenue Elementary Canoga Park, CA | 5.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Charles White Elementary
What grades does Charles White Elementary serve?
Charles White Elementary serves students in grades 1st through 5th.
How many students attend Charles White Elementary?
Charles White Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 248 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Charles White Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Charles White Elementary is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Charles White Elementary rank in CA?
Charles White Elementary ranks #6,609 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Charles White Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Charles White Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Charles White Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Charles White Elementary has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Charles White Elementary a charter school?
No, Charles White Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Charles White Elementary a Title I school?
No, Charles White Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Charles White Elementary?
98.0% of students at Charles White 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
- 1st – 5th
- Enrollment
- 248
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (213) 487-9172
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #657 of 769
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