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Leland Street Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
2120 South Leland St., San Pedro, CA 90731
Enrollment
418
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
418
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,664 of 9,539
In San Pedro
#11 of 17
public schools
In district
#574 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Leland Street Elementary
Leland Street Elementary is a public elementary school in San Pedro, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Leland Street Elementary serves approximately 418 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Leland Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,664 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Leland Street Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Leland 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
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Leland Street Elementary — Students at Leland Street Elementary score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.8%
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: 4.7/10.
How Leland Street Elementary Compares
See how Leland Street 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
2120 South Leland St., San Pedro, CA 90731
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Leland Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Point Fermin Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is White Point Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Pedro, see our San Pedro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90731 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,936
Median Home Value
$808,800
Median Rent
$1,645/mo
Population
62,452
College Educated
25.4%
Homeownership
32.7%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
16%
Median Age
38.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Leland Street Elementary
What grades does Leland Street Elementary serve?
Leland Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Leland Street Elementary?
Leland Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 418 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Leland Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Leland Street Elementary is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Leland Street Elementary rank in CA?
Leland Street Elementary ranks #5,664 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Leland Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Leland Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Leland Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Leland Street Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Leland Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Leland Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Leland Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Leland Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Leland Street Elementary?
81.8% of students at Leland 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 418
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.9%
- Phone
- (310) 832-0505
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #574 of 769
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