Excellent
#711 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 7% in state
Christopher Dena Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1314 Dacotah St., Los Angeles, CA 90023
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#711 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#76 of 563
public schools
In district
#97 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Christopher Dena Elementary
Christopher Dena Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Christopher Dena Elementary serves approximately 337 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Christopher Dena Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #711 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Christopher Dena Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Christopher Dena Elementary — Students at Christopher Dena Elementary score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.8%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.8/10.
How Christopher Dena Elementary Compares
See how Christopher Dena 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
1314 Dacotah St., Los Angeles, CA 90023
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Christopher Dena Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KIPP Endeavor College Preparatory Charter (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Garza (Carmen Lomas) Primary Center (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Euclid Avenue Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,623
Median Home Value
$617,600
Median Rent
$1,414/mo
Population
44,608
College Educated
10.2%
Homeownership
25.8%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Median Age
31.4
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- CompareChristopher Dena Elementary vs Charles H. Kim ElementaryLos Angeles, CA Peer score 8.5/10 -0.1 vs Christopher Dena Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Christopher Dena Elementary
What grades does Christopher Dena Elementary serve?
Christopher Dena Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Christopher Dena Elementary?
Christopher Dena Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 337 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Christopher Dena Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Christopher Dena 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 Christopher Dena Elementary rank in CA?
Christopher Dena Elementary ranks #711 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Christopher Dena Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Christopher Dena Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Christopher Dena Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Christopher Dena Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Christopher Dena Elementary a charter school?
No, Christopher Dena Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Christopher Dena Elementary a Title I school?
No, Christopher Dena Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Christopher Dena Elementary?
93.8% of students at Christopher Dena 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 337
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.1%
- Phone
- (323) 269-9222
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #97 of 769
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