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#4512 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 47% in state
Del Amo Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
21228 Water St., Carson, CA 90745
Enrollment
307
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
307
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,512 of 9,539
In Carson
#19 of 23
public schools
In district
#469 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Del Amo Elementary
Del Amo Elementary is a public elementary school in Carson, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Del Amo Elementary serves approximately 307 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Del Amo Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,512 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Del Amo Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Del Amo Elementary runs 20.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
34% of students at Del Amo 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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Del Amo Elementary — Students at Del Amo Elementary score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.6%
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: 4.9/10.
How Del Amo Elementary Compares
See how Del Amo 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
21228 Water St., Carson, CA 90745
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Del Amo Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Annalee Avenue Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dominguez Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Carson Street Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carson, see our Carson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bethel Baptist Christian School Carson | 0.6 mi | — |
| BETHEL BAPTIST SCHOOL Carson | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Magnolia Science Academy 3 Carson | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle Carson | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Virtual Academy of the Arts & Entertainment Carson | 1.2 mi | — |
| Broadacres Avenue Elementary Visual & Performing Arts Magnet Carson | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Andrew Carnegie Middle Carson | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Bonita Street Elementary Carson | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Annalee Avenue Elementary Carson | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Rancho Dominguez Preparatory Long Beach | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Dominguez Elementary Carson | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| California Academy of Mathematics and Science Carson | 1.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Leapwood Avenue Elementary Carson | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Webster Elementary Long Beach | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Dolores Street Elementary Carson | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Carson Street Elementary Carson | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Stephens Middle Long Beach | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Towne Avenue Elementary Carson | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| CARSON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Carson | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Carson Senior High Carson | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90745 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,457
Median Home Value
$628,400
Median Rent
$1,838/mo
Population
57,952
College Educated
27.6%
Homeownership
68.5%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
41.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Del Amo Elementary
What grades does Del Amo Elementary serve?
Del Amo Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Del Amo Elementary?
Del Amo Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 307 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Del Amo Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Del Amo Elementary is 20.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Del Amo Elementary rank in CA?
Del Amo Elementary ranks #4,512 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Del Amo Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Del Amo Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Del Amo Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Del Amo Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Del Amo Elementary a charter school?
No, Del Amo Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Del Amo Elementary a Title I school?
No, Del Amo Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Del Amo Elementary?
75.6% of students at Del Amo 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
- 307
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.2%
- Phone
- (310) 830-5351
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #469 of 769
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