Very Good
#2536 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 27% in state
Hancock Park Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
408 South Fairfax Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90036
Enrollment
555
Student-Teacher
23.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
555
Student-Teacher
23.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,536 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#211 of 563
public schools
In district
#266 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Hancock Park Elementary
Hancock Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Hancock Park Elementary serves approximately 555 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Hancock Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,536 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Hancock Park Elementary show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Hancock Park Elementary runs 23.1:1 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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Hancock Park Elementary — Students at Hancock Park Elementary score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.1%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.
How Hancock Park Elementary Compares
See how Hancock Park 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
408 South Fairfax Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90036
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hancock Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet (rated 9.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OHR ELIYAHU ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CATHEDRAL CHAPEL SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. 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 90036 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,877
Median Home Value
$1,958,600
Median Rent
$2,730/mo
Population
38,784
College Educated
68.3%
Homeownership
13.4%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
36.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hancock Park Elementary
What grades does Hancock Park Elementary serve?
Hancock Park Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Hancock Park Elementary?
Hancock Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 555 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hancock Park Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Hancock Park Elementary is 23.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hancock Park Elementary rank in CA?
Hancock Park Elementary ranks #2,536 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Hancock Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Hancock Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Hancock Park Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hancock Park Elementary has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hancock Park Elementary a charter school?
No, Hancock Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hancock Park Elementary a Title I school?
No, Hancock Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hancock Park Elementary?
54.1% of students at Hancock Park 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
- 555
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.2%
- Phone
- (323) 935-5272
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #266 of 769
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