Excellent
#1429 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 15% in state
Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
8919 South Main St., Los Angeles, CA 90003
Enrollment
657
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
657
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,429 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#132 of 563
public schools
In district
#171 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary
Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Dr.
Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary serves approximately 657 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,429 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary runs 21.2:1 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.
32% of students at Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox 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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Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary — Students at Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.3%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.6/10.
How Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary Compares
See how Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox 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
8919 South Main St., Los Angeles, CA 90003
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ninety-Third Street Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Danny J. Bakewell Sr. Primary Center (rated 6.5/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, One Hundred Seventh Street Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. 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 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary
What grades does Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary serve?
Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary?
Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 657 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary is 21.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary rank in CA?
Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary ranks #1,429 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary a charter school?
No, Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary a Title I school?
No, Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary?
97.3% of students at Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox 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
- 657
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.1%
- Phone
- (323) 565-2960
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #171 of 769
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