Excellent
#146 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 2% in state
City Terrace Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
4350 City Terrace Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90063
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#146 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#16 of 563
public schools
In district
#15 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About City Terrace Elementary
City Terrace Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. City Terrace Elementary serves approximately 332 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. City Terrace Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #146 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for City Terrace Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at City Terrace 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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City Terrace Elementary — Students at City Terrace Elementary score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75%
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: 9.4/10.
How City Terrace Elementary Compares
See how City Terrace 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
4350 City Terrace Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90063
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering City Terrace Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Monterey Highlands Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Monterey Park), with a very similar rating. Another option is Robert F. Kennedy Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Brooklyn Avenue (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,725
Median Home Value
$619,100
Median Rent
$1,489/mo
Population
50,536
College Educated
12.8%
Homeownership
38.1%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Median Age
34
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Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareCity Terrace Elementary vs Sierra Vista ElementaryLos Angeles, CA Peer score 9.0/10 -0.2 vs City Terrace Elementary
- CompareCity Terrace Elementary vs Third Street ElementaryLos Angeles, CA Peer score 9.3/10 +0.1 vs City Terrace Elementary
- CompareCity Terrace Elementary vs Charles H. Kim ElementaryLos Angeles, CA Peer score 8.5/10 -0.7 vs City Terrace Elementary
- CompareCity Terrace Elementary vs Multnomah Street ElementaryLos Angeles, CA Peer score 8.3/10 -0.9 vs City Terrace Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about City Terrace Elementary
What grades does City Terrace Elementary serve?
City Terrace Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend City Terrace Elementary?
City Terrace Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 332 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at City Terrace Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at City Terrace Elementary is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does City Terrace Elementary rank in CA?
City Terrace Elementary ranks #146 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is City Terrace Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
City Terrace Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 City Terrace Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, City Terrace Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is City Terrace Elementary a charter school?
No, City Terrace Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is City Terrace Elementary a Title I school?
No, City Terrace Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for City Terrace Elementary?
75.0% of students at City Terrace 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
- 332
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.3%
- Phone
- (323) 269-0581
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #15 of 769
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