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Lillian Street Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
5909 Lillian St., Los Angeles, CA 90001
Enrollment
339
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
339
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,868 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#416 of 563
public schools
In district
#588 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
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About Lillian Street Elementary
Lillian Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Lillian Street Elementary serves approximately 339 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 22.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lillian Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,868 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Lillian Street Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Lillian Street Elementary runs 22.6:1 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.
44% of students at Lillian 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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Lillian Street Elementary — Students at Lillian Street Elementary score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.7%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.5/10.
How Lillian Street Elementary Compares
See how Lillian 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
5909 Lillian St., Los Angeles, CA 90001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lillian Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr. Lawrence H. Moore Math Science Technology Academy (rated 8.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Middleton Primary Center (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Huntington Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hooper Avenue Primary Center (rated 6.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly 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 90001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,751
Median Home Value
$513,300
Median Rent
$1,471/mo
Population
56,403
College Educated
7%
Homeownership
35.6%
Avg Commute
35.7 min
Poverty Rate
20.5%
Median Age
31.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lillian Street Elementary
What grades does Lillian Street Elementary serve?
Lillian Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Lillian Street Elementary?
Lillian Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 339 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lillian Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lillian Street Elementary is 22.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lillian Street Elementary rank in CA?
Lillian Street Elementary ranks #5,868 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Lillian Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lillian Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Lillian Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lillian Street Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lillian Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Lillian Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lillian Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lillian Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lillian Street Elementary?
94.7% of students at Lillian 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 339
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.2%
- Phone
- (323) 582-0705
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #588 of 769
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