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#4125 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 43% in state
Hillside Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
120 East Avenue 35, Los Angeles, CA 90031
Enrollment
101
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
101
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,125 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#313 of 563
public schools
In district
#434 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Hillside Elementary
Hillside Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Hillside Elementary serves approximately 101 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,125 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Hillside Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 101 students, Hillside Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
38% of students at Hillside 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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Hillside Elementary — Students at Hillside Elementary score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.4/10.
How Hillside Elementary Compares
See how Hillside Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
120 East Avenue 35, Los Angeles, CA 90031
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hillside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Glen Alta Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PUC Milagro Charter (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Burbank), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Latona Avenue Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,119
Median Home Value
$758,500
Median Rent
$1,487/mo
Population
36,881
College Educated
24.2%
Homeownership
31.4%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
38.6
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| Connect Community Charter Redwood City, CA | 6.7 |
| DESTINY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rocklin, CA | 6.7 |
| FOLSOM EDUCATIONAL ACADEMY Folsom, CA | 6.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hillside Elementary
What grades does Hillside Elementary serve?
Hillside Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Hillside Elementary?
Hillside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 101 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillside Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Hillside Elementary is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hillside Elementary rank in CA?
Hillside Elementary ranks #4,125 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Hillside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Hillside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Hillside Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hillside Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hillside Elementary a charter school?
No, Hillside Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hillside Elementary a Title I school?
No, Hillside Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hillside Elementary?
91.1% of students at Hillside 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
- 101
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.6%
- Phone
- (323) 222-2665
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #434 of 769
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