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Equitas Academy 5
Elementary School · Equitas Academy 5 District
1050 Beacon Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90015
Enrollment
214
Student-Teacher
26.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
214
Student-Teacher
26.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,543 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#448 of 563
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About Equitas Academy 5
Equitas Academy 5 is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Equitas Academy 5 District. Equitas Academy 5 serves approximately 214 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 26.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Equitas Academy 5 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #6,543 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Equitas Academy 5 show 30% math proficiency (2024 CAASPP) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 CAASPP). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Equitas Academy 5 runs 26.8:1 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.
Equitas Academy 5 is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
34% of students at Equitas Academy 5 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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Equitas Academy 5 — Students at Equitas Academy 5 score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 6 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
How Equitas Academy 5 Compares
See how Equitas Academy 5 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1050 Beacon Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Equitas Academy 5 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Equitas Academy 6 (rated 7.9/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is Olympic Primary Center (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MacArthur Park Elem Sch for the Visual and Perf Arts (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,211
Median Home Value
$1,000,800
Median Rent
$2,385/mo
Population
25,257
College Educated
47.8%
Homeownership
12.3%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
28.1%
Median Age
32.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Equitas Academy 5
What grades does Equitas Academy 5 serve?
Equitas Academy 5 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Equitas Academy 5?
Equitas Academy 5 has an enrollment of approximately 214 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Equitas Academy 5?
The student-teacher ratio at Equitas Academy 5 is 26.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Equitas Academy 5 rank in CA?
Equitas Academy 5 ranks #6,543 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Equitas Academy 5's MySchoolScout rating?
Equitas Academy 5 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Equitas Academy 5?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Equitas Academy 5 has 30% math proficiency (2024 CAASPP) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 CAASPP).
Is Equitas Academy 5 a charter school?
Yes, Equitas Academy 5 is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Equitas Academy 5 a Title I school?
No, Equitas Academy 5 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Equitas Academy 5?
93.5% of students at Equitas Academy 5 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 214
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.1%
- Phone
- (213) 201-5934
Resources & Links
District
Equitas Academy 5 District- District Enrollment
- 214
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,080
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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