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Joseph A. Gascon Elementary
Elementary School · Montebello Unified
630 South Leonard St., Los Angeles, CA 90022
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,297 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#389 of 563
public schools
In district
#19 of 28
Montebello Unified
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Joseph A. Gascon Elementary
Joseph A. Gascon Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Montebello Unified. Joseph A.
Gascon Elementary serves approximately 510 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Joseph A. Gascon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,297 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Joseph A. Gascon Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Joseph A. Gascon 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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Joseph A. Gascon Elementary — Students at Joseph A. Gascon Elementary score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.5/10.
How Joseph A. Gascon Elementary Compares
See how Joseph A. Gascon 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
630 South Leonard St., Los Angeles, CA 90022
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Joseph A. Gascon Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bella Vista Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Monterey Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP Poder Public (rated 7.9/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fourth Street Primary Center (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIPP Poder Public Los Angeles | 0.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Eastmont Intermediate Montebello | 0.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Montebello Community Day Montebello | 0.2 mi | — |
| Montebello Park Elementary Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| CANTWELL SACRED HEART OF MARY Montebello | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Cantwell–Sacred Heart of Mary High School Montebello | 0.7 mi | — |
| ST ALPHONSUS ELEMENTARY Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| St. Alphonsus School East Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | — |
| Fourth Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Fourth Street Primary Center Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| KIPP Raices Academy Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Pacific Baptist School Monterey Park | 1.0 mi | — |
| Bella Vista Elementary Monterey Park | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Our Lady of The Miraculous Medal Montebello | 1.0 mi | — |
| James A. Garfield Senior High Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Arts In Action Community Charter Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| OUR LADY OF THE MIRACULOUS MEDAL Montebello | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Monterey Continuation Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Wilcox Elementary Montebello | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Montebello High Montebello | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90022 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,829
Median Home Value
$603,500
Median Rent
$1,407/mo
Population
61,638
College Educated
9.6%
Homeownership
33.1%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.3%
Median Age
34.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Joseph A. Gascon Elementary
What grades does Joseph A. Gascon Elementary serve?
Joseph A. Gascon Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Joseph A. Gascon Elementary?
Joseph A. Gascon Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 510 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Joseph A. Gascon Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Joseph A. Gascon Elementary is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Joseph A. Gascon Elementary rank in CA?
Joseph A. Gascon Elementary ranks #5,297 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Joseph A. Gascon Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Joseph A. Gascon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Joseph A. Gascon Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Joseph A. Gascon Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Joseph A. Gascon Elementary a charter school?
No, Joseph A. Gascon Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Joseph A. Gascon Elementary a Title I school?
No, Joseph A. Gascon Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Joseph A. Gascon Elementary?
79.0% of students at Joseph A. Gascon 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 510
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.2%
- Phone
- (323) 721-2025
Resources & Links
District
Montebello Unified- District Enrollment
- 19,967
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,912
- District Rank
- #19 of 28
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