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Harrison Street Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

3529 City Terrace Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90063

Enrollment

262

Student-Teacher

18.7:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,515 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#336 of 563

public schools

In district

#472 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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6.5/10

Elementary School in Los Angeles · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Harrison Street Elementary

Harrison Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Harrison Street Elementary serves approximately 262 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Harrison Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,515 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Harrison Street Elementary show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

44% of students at Harrison 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 Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.8% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.3% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-26.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.5 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+3.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism43.5%

Harrison Street Elementary — Students at Harrison Street Elementary score 25% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

95.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 25.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
38.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 27.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.4% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
43%
ELA
28%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
31%
2011
Math
45%
ELA
30%
2012
Math
44%
ELA
30%
2014
Math
14%
ELA
19%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
18%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
25%
2018
Math
20%
ELA
23%
2019
Math
20%
ELA
23%
2022
Math
8.4%
ELA
15.1%
2024
Math
20.5%
ELA
34.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.

How Harrison Street Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.5/10
53th percentile in CA
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
95%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
43.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3529 City Terrace Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90063

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harrison Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. City Terrace Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Multnomah Street Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Robert F. Kennedy Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Evergreen Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.5 mi 7.1
Santa Teresita Elementary Los Angeles 0.6 mi
Murchison Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.6 mi 6.6
William R. Anton Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 7.0
Robert F. Kennedy Elementary Los Angeles 0.6 mi 8.1
Virtual Academy STEAM Los Angeles 0.6 mi
Malabar Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 7.2
Francisco Bravo Medical Magnet High Los Angeles 0.9 mi 8.6
Multnomah Street Elementary Los Angeles 1.0 mi 8.3
OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE SCHOOL - LA Los Angeles 1.0 mi 4.0
Belvedere Middle Los Angeles 1.1 mi 7.5
Woodrow Wilson Senior High Los Angeles 1.1 mi 8.6
City Terrace Elementary Los Angeles 1.0 mi 9.2
Pueblo de Los Angeles Continuation Los Angeles 1.2 mi 4.1
E. Los Angeles Renaiss Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #2 Los Angeles 1.1 mi 7.2
Humanitas Acad of Art and Tech at Esteban E. Torres High #4 Los Angeles 1.1 mi 7.2
Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5 Los Angeles 1.1 mi 9.0
Esteban Torres East LA Performing Arts Magnet Los Angeles 1.1 mi 7.7
Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3 Los Angeles 1.1 mi 6.3
Alliance Morgan McKinzie High Los Angeles 1.3 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,725

Median Home Value

$619,100

Median Rent

$1,489/mo

Population

50,536

College Educated

12.8%

Homeownership

38.1%

Avg Commute

31.3 min

Poverty Rate

16.7%

Median Age

34

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harrison Street Elementary

What grades does Harrison Street Elementary serve?

Harrison Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Harrison Street Elementary?

Harrison Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 262 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Harrison Street Elementary is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harrison Street Elementary rank in CA?

Harrison Street Elementary ranks #4,515 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Harrison Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Harrison Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Harrison Street Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harrison Street Elementary has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Harrison Street Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Harrison Street Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

95.4% of students at Harrison 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
69 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
48 Some Transit
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Free/Reduced Lunch
95.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
43.5%

District

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

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