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#5275 of 9,539 schools in CA
Fifteenth Street Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1527 South Mesa St., San Pedro, CA 90731
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,275 of 9,539
In San Pedro
#10 of 17
public schools
In district
#540 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Fifteenth Street Elementary
Fifteenth Street Elementary is a public elementary school in San Pedro, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Fifteenth Street Elementary serves approximately 392 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Fifteenth Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,275 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Fifteenth Street Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Fifteenth Street Elementary runs 21.8:1 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.
33% of students at Fifteenth Street 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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Fifteenth Street Elementary — Students at Fifteenth Street Elementary score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.1%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.2/10.
How Fifteenth Street Elementary Compares
See how Fifteenth Street 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
1527 South Mesa St., San Pedro, CA 90731
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fifteenth Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Point Fermin Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is White Point Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Pedro, see our San Pedro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90731 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,936
Median Home Value
$808,800
Median Rent
$1,645/mo
Population
62,452
College Educated
25.4%
Homeownership
32.7%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
16%
Median Age
38.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fifteenth Street Elementary
What grades does Fifteenth Street Elementary serve?
Fifteenth Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Fifteenth Street Elementary?
Fifteenth Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 392 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fifteenth Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Fifteenth Street Elementary is 21.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fifteenth Street Elementary rank in CA?
Fifteenth Street Elementary ranks #5,275 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Fifteenth Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Fifteenth Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Fifteenth Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fifteenth Street Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Fifteenth Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Fifteenth Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fifteenth Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Fifteenth Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fifteenth Street Elementary?
94.1% of students at Fifteenth Street 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
- 392
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.9%
- Phone
- (310) 547-3323
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #540 of 769
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