Very Good
#3496 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 37% in state
Esperanza Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
680 Little St., Los Angeles, CA 90017
Enrollment
581
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
581
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,496 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#272 of 563
public schools
In district
#367 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Esperanza Elementary
Esperanza Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Esperanza Elementary serves approximately 581 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Esperanza Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,496 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Esperanza Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% 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
32% of students at Esperanza 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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Esperanza Elementary — Students at Esperanza Elementary score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.9%
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: 6.8/10.
How Esperanza Elementary Compares
See how Esperanza 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
680 Little St., Los Angeles, CA 90017
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Esperanza Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Para Los Ninos - Evelyn Thurman Gratts (rated 8.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Olympic Primary Center (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MacArthur Park Elem Sch for the Visual and Perf Arts (rated 7.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90017 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,317
Median Home Value
$675,500
Median Rent
$1,669/mo
Population
28,981
College Educated
36.2%
Homeownership
6%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
35.4%
Median Age
32.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Esperanza Elementary
What grades does Esperanza Elementary serve?
Esperanza Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Esperanza Elementary?
Esperanza Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 581 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Esperanza Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Esperanza Elementary is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Esperanza Elementary rank in CA?
Esperanza Elementary ranks #3,496 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Esperanza Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Esperanza Elementary 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 Esperanza Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Esperanza Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Esperanza Elementary a charter school?
No, Esperanza Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Esperanza Elementary a Title I school?
No, Esperanza Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Esperanza Elementary?
95.9% of students at Esperanza 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
- 581
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.8%
- Phone
- (213) 484-0326
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #367 of 769
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