Below Average
#7970 of 9,539 schools in CA
George De La Torre Jr. Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
500 North Island Ave., Wilmington, CA 90744
Enrollment
621
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
621
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,970 of 9,539
In Wilmington
#9 of 12
public schools
In district
#746 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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George De La Torre Jr. Elementary
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About George De La Torre Jr. Elementary
George De La Torre Jr. Elementary is a public elementary school in Wilmington, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. George De La Torre Jr.
Elementary serves approximately 621 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. George De La Torre Jr. Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,970 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for George De La Torre Jr. Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at George De La Torre Jr. 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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George De La Torre Jr. Elementary — Students at George De La Torre Jr. Elementary score 21% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 38 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: 2.4/10.
How George De La Torre Jr. Elementary Compares
See how George De La Torre Jr. 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
500 North Island Ave., Wilmington, CA 90744
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering George De La Torre Jr. Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Catskill Avenue Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Carson), which scores notably higher. Another option is Harry Bridges Span (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Scholarship Prep - South Bay (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90744 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,440
Median Home Value
$596,100
Median Rent
$1,426/mo
Population
53,678
College Educated
9.4%
Homeownership
35.8%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
19%
Median Age
32.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about George De La Torre Jr. Elementary
What grades does George De La Torre Jr. Elementary serve?
George De La Torre Jr. Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend George De La Torre Jr. Elementary?
George De La Torre Jr. Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 621 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at George De La Torre Jr. Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at George De La Torre Jr. 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 George De La Torre Jr. Elementary rank in CA?
George De La Torre Jr. Elementary ranks #7,970 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is George De La Torre Jr. Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
George De La Torre Jr. Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 George De La Torre Jr. Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, George De La Torre Jr. Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is George De La Torre Jr. Elementary a charter school?
No, George De La Torre Jr. Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is George De La Torre Jr. Elementary a Title I school?
No, George De La Torre Jr. Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George De La Torre Jr. Elementary?
97.7% of students at George De La Torre Jr. 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 621
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.7%
- Phone
- (310) 847-1400
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #746 of 769
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