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#5276 of 9,539 schools in CA
First Street Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
2820 East First St., Los Angeles, CA 90033
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,276 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#382 of 563
public schools
In district
#541 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About First Street Elementary
First Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. First Street Elementary serves approximately 353 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20.8:1 student-teacher ratio. First Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,276 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for First Street Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% 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
First Street Elementary runs 20.8:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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First Street Elementary — Students at First Street Elementary score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 4.4/10.
How First Street Elementary Compares
See how First 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
2820 East First St., Los Angeles, CA 90033
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering First Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Second Street Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Euclid Avenue Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Breed Street Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,001
Median Home Value
$669,500
Median Rent
$1,391/mo
Population
46,540
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
18.1%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
25.9%
Median Age
32.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about First Street Elementary
What grades does First Street Elementary serve?
First Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend First Street Elementary?
First Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 353 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at First Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at First Street Elementary is 20.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does First Street Elementary rank in CA?
First Street Elementary ranks #5,276 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is First Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
First 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 First Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, First Street Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is First Street Elementary a charter school?
No, First Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is First Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, First Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for First Street Elementary?
93.8% of students at First 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 353
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.9%
- Phone
- (323) 269-0138
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #541 of 769
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