Excellent
#1276 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 13% in state
Jaime Escalante Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
4443 Live Oak St., Cudahy, CA 90201
Enrollment
492
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
492
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,276 of 9,539
In Cudahy
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#154 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Jaime Escalante Elementary
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About Jaime Escalante Elementary
Jaime Escalante Elementary is a public elementary school in Cudahy, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Jaime Escalante Elementary serves approximately 492 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Jaime Escalante Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,276 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Jaime Escalante Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Jaime Escalante Elementary runs 23.4:1 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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Jaime Escalante Elementary — Students at Jaime Escalante Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 8.1/10.
How Jaime Escalante Elementary Compares
See how Jaime Escalante 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
4443 Live Oak St., Cudahy, CA 90201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jaime Escalante Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Teresa Hughes Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Aspire Firestone Academy Charter (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Oakland), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Ellen Ochoa Learning Center (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cudahy, see our Cudahy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Teresa Hughes Elementary Cudahy | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Bell Senior High Bell | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Elizabeth Learning Center Cudahy | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Russell Westbrook Why Not? High Bell | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Corona Avenue Elementary Bell | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Nueva Vista Elementary Bell | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Ellen Ochoa Learning Center Cudahy | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Maywood Academy High Maywood | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Martha Escutia Primary Center Bell | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Woodlawn Avenue Elementary Bell | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Magnolia Science Academy Bell Bell | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Orchard Academies 2C Bell | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Orchard Academies 2B Bell | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Aspire Firestone Academy Charter Oakland | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Aspire Gateway Academy Charter Oakland | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| ST ROSE OF LIMA SCHOOL Maywood | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Park Avenue Elementary Cudahy | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| St. Rose of Lima Catholic Maywood | 1.2 mi | — |
| ALHADI SCHOOL Bell | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Huntington Park Elementary Huntington Park | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,824
Median Home Value
$542,800
Median Rent
$1,623/mo
Population
93,783
College Educated
7.4%
Homeownership
21%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
23.6%
Median Age
32.1
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| Arlington Elementary Torrance, CA | 8.2 |
| Aspen Meadow Public Fresno, CA | 8.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jaime Escalante Elementary
What grades does Jaime Escalante Elementary serve?
Jaime Escalante Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Jaime Escalante Elementary?
Jaime Escalante Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 492 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jaime Escalante Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Jaime Escalante Elementary is 23.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jaime Escalante Elementary rank in CA?
Jaime Escalante Elementary ranks #1,276 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Jaime Escalante Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Jaime Escalante Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Jaime Escalante Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jaime Escalante Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Jaime Escalante Elementary a charter school?
No, Jaime Escalante Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jaime Escalante Elementary a Title I school?
No, Jaime Escalante Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jaime Escalante Elementary?
92.5% of students at Jaime Escalante 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 492
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.5%
- Phone
- (323) 890-2340
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #154 of 769
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