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#7710 of 9,539 schools in CA

Grape Street Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

1940 East 111th St., Los Angeles, CA 90059

Enrollment

353

Student-Teacher

17.6:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#7,710 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#507 of 563

public schools

In district

#726 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Grape Street Elementary

4.7/10

Elementary School in Los Angeles · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.0/10

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5.4/10

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About Grape Street Elementary

Grape Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Grape Street Elementary serves approximately 353 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Grape Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,710 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Grape Street Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.2 pts below district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

50% of students at Grape 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.7% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20.3% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-21 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.5 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+3.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism49.6%

Grape Street Elementary — Students at Grape Street Elementary score 23% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

98%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 28.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 25.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
61%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
43%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
50%
2012
Math
49%
ELA
39%
2014
Math
13%
ELA
14%
2015
Math
10%
ELA
13%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
14%
2017
Math
10%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
24%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
24%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
11.4%
ELA
12.9%
2024
Math
24.6%
ELA
20.7%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.8/10.

How Grape Street Elementary Compares

See how Grape Street Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
19th percentile in CA
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
98%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
49.6%

Location

1940 East 111th St., Los Angeles, CA 90059

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grape Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ritter Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Compton Avenue Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Martin Luther King Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Compton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Alliance Cindy and Bill Simon Technology Academy High Los Angeles 0.3 mi 5.0
Lovelia P. Flournoy Elementary Los Angeles 0.4 mi 5.4
Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day Los Angeles 0.5 mi 6.9
Los Angeles Computer Science Academy Los Angeles 0.6 mi
Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary Los Angeles 0.6 mi 6.2
Ritter Elementary Los Angeles 0.6 mi 8.2
Weigand Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.6 mi 7.0
KIPP Philosophers Academy Los Angeles 0.7 mi 5.3
Edwin Markham Middle Los Angeles 0.7 mi 6.9
Jordan High Los Angeles 0.7 mi 6.4
Compton Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 8.2
Thomas Riley High Los Angeles 0.8 mi
King/Drew Medical Magnet High Los Angeles 0.8 mi 8.7
ST LAWRENCE OF BRINDISI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.9 mi 4.1
St. Lawrence of Brindisi Elementary Los Angeles 0.9 mi
Martin Luther King Elementary Compton 1.0 mi 7.7
VERBUM DEI HIGH SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.9 mi 6.4
Verbum Dei Jesuit High School Los Angeles 0.9 mi
One Hundred Twelfth Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.9 mi 7.3
Carver Elementary Los Angeles 1.0 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90059 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,840

Median Home Value

$566,200

Median Rent

$1,317/mo

Population

38,015

College Educated

11.8%

Homeownership

44.3%

Avg Commute

33.8 min

Poverty Rate

24.4%

Median Age

30.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grape Street Elementary

What grades does Grape Street Elementary serve?

Grape Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Grape Street Elementary?

Grape Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 353 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Grape Street Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Grape Street Elementary is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Grape Street Elementary rank in CA?

Grape Street Elementary ranks #7,710 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Grape Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Grape Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Grape Street Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Grape Street Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Grape Street Elementary a charter school?

No, Grape Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Grape Street Elementary a Title I school?

No, Grape Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grape Street Elementary?

98.0% of students at Grape 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
67 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
64 Good Transit
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
98.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
49.6%

District

Los Angeles Unified
District Enrollment
419,929
Schools in District
785
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,687
District Rank
#726 of 769

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