Average
#4885 of 9,533 schools in CA
Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1963 East 103rd St., Los Angeles, CA 90002
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Los Angeles
#424 of 563
public schools
California elementary schools
#2,991 of 5,817
In district
#620 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.0 / 10
Exceptional
About Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary
Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, California. Serving kindergarten through fifth grade, the school has an enrollment of 408 students and employs 21 full-time equivalent teachers, resulting in a student-teacher ratio of 19.4:1. The academic performance at Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary places it in the 22nd percentile among California schools, with MySchoolScout giving it a rating of 3.7 out of 10 and an academic score of 1.9 out of 10.
Test scores show that only 16% of students are proficient or above in English language arts/reading, while 15% are proficient or above in math. While the school is focusing on student development with room for academic growth, it provides a supportive environment for its diverse community. Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary is situated in a large city setting, offering students access to urban resources and experiences.
What Parents Should Know
While current test scores at Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.
Score Breakdown
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Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary — Students at Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 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: 6.6/10.
How Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary Compares
See how Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 19% (2019) to 14.02% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 18% (2019) to 14.95% (2024).
Location
1963 East 103rd St., Los Angeles, CA 90002
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Compton Avenue Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ninety-Second Street Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Weigand Avenue Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,158
Median Home Value
$502,600
Median Rent
$1,509/mo
Population
52,735
College Educated
8.1%
Homeownership
40.7%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
23.4%
Median Age
30.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary has a median household income of $56,158. It is a community where 8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $502,600, with a median rent of $1,509/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary
What grades does Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary serve?
Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary?
Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 408 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary rank in CA?
Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary is ranked #4885 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary has a composite rating of 6.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary has 15.1% math proficiency and 15.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary a charter school?
No, Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary a Title I school?
No, Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary?
99.0% of students at Florence Griffith Joyner 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.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,223/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Los Angeles). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 408
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (323) 569-8141
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #620 of 769
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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