Very Good
#3501 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 37% in state
Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1562 Baxter St., Los Angeles, CA 90026
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,501 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#275 of 563
public schools
In district
#372 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet
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About Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet
Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet serves approximately 400 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,501 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet runs 23.5:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet — Students at Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.8%
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: 6.5/10.
How Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet Compares
See how Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet 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
1562 Baxter St., Los Angeles, CA 90026
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Clifford Street Elementary Math & Technology Magnet (rated 9.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Allesandro Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dorris Place Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,835
Median Home Value
$1,143,400
Median Rent
$1,822/mo
Population
62,902
College Educated
47.4%
Homeownership
25.1%
Avg Commute
31.9 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
36.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet
What grades does Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet serve?
Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet?
Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet has an enrollment of approximately 400 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet?
The student-teacher ratio at Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet is 23.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet rank in CA?
Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet ranks #3,501 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet's MySchoolScout rating?
Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet a charter school?
No, Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet a Title I school?
No, Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet?
39.8% of students at Elysian Heights ES Arts Magnet 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 400
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.5%
- Phone
- (323) 665-6315
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #372 of 769
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