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#4527 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 47% in state
Kingsley Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
5200 West Virginia Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90029
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,527 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#343 of 563
public schools
In district
#484 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Kingsley Elementary
Kingsley Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Kingsley Elementary serves approximately 293 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Kingsley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,527 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Kingsley Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Kingsley 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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Kingsley Elementary — Students at Kingsley Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.2%
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: 5.0/10.
How Kingsley Elementary Compares
See how Kingsley 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
5200 West Virginia Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90029
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kingsley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Los Feliz Science/Tech/Engineer/Math/Medicine Magnet (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alexandria Avenue Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lexington Avenue Primary Center (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90029 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,793
Median Home Value
$1,066,200
Median Rent
$1,644/mo
Population
33,830
College Educated
36.3%
Homeownership
11.2%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
23.1%
Median Age
37.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kingsley Elementary
What grades does Kingsley Elementary serve?
Kingsley Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Kingsley Elementary?
Kingsley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 293 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kingsley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Kingsley Elementary is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kingsley Elementary rank in CA?
Kingsley Elementary ranks #4,527 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Kingsley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Kingsley 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 Kingsley Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kingsley Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Kingsley Elementary a charter school?
No, Kingsley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kingsley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Kingsley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kingsley Elementary?
95.2% of students at Kingsley 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
- 293
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.5%
- Phone
- (323) 644-7700
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #484 of 769
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