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#4718 of 9,539 schools in CA

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Loren Miller Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

830 West 77th St., Los Angeles, CA 90044

Enrollment

591

Student-Teacher

20.4:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,718 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#351 of 563

public schools

In district

#495 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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6.4/10

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About Loren Miller Elementary

Loren Miller Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Loren Miller Elementary serves approximately 591 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Loren Miller Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,718 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Loren Miller Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Loren Miller Elementary runs 20.4:1 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.

46% of students at Loren Miller 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.8% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-20.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+7.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism46%

Loren Miller Elementary — Students at Loren Miller Elementary score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

98.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 27.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
38.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 26.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.4% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
53%
ELA
39%
2010
Math
49%
ELA
41%
2011
Math
46%
ELA
39%
2012
Math
43%
ELA
34%
2013
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2014
Math
10%
ELA
13%
2015
Math
7%
ELA
9%
2016
Math
13%
ELA
16%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
25%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
23%
2019
Math
23%
ELA
23%
2022
Math
22.8%
ELA
23.9%
2024
Math
25.6%
ELA
26.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.

How Loren Miller Elementary Compares

See how Loren Miller Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
51th percentile in CA
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
46.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

830 West 77th St., Los Angeles, CA 90044

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Loren Miller Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gil Garcetti Learning Academy (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Raymond Avenue Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Danny J. Bakewell Sr. Primary Center (rated 6.5/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
ST RAPHAEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.5 mi 4.3
Frederick K.C. Price III Christian Schools Los Angeles 0.4 mi
St. Raphael Elementary Los Angeles 0.5 mi
Gerald A. Lawson Acad of the Arts Math and Sci Los Angeles 0.6 mi 5.7
Youth Opportunities Unlimited Los Angeles 0.6 mi 5.9
KIPP Empower Academy Los Angeles 0.6 mi 3.7
Gil Garcetti Learning Academy Los Angeles 0.6 mi 8.0
Yahudah's Remnant Academy Los Angeles 0.6 mi
Danny J. Bakewell Sr. Primary Center Los Angeles 0.7 mi 6.5
KIPP Academy of Opportunity Los Angeles 0.7 mi 6.1
Raymond Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.6 mi 7.7
Manchester Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 5.9
Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy Los Angeles 0.7 mi 6.7
ST MICHAELS SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.7 mi 4.5
Vox Collegiate of Los Angeles Los Angeles 0.8 mi 7.2
True Education Learning Academy Los Angeles 0.8 mi
Seventy-Fifth Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 5.5
Lively private school Los Angeles 0.9 mi
LOS ANGELES COMPUTER SCIENCE ACADEMY Los Angeles 0.9 mi 4.8
Mary McLeod Bethune Middle Los Angeles 1.0 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90044 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,433

Median Home Value

$588,200

Median Rent

$1,427/mo

Population

95,859

College Educated

11.1%

Homeownership

31.3%

Avg Commute

34.4 min

Poverty Rate

26.6%

Median Age

32

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Loren Miller Elementary

What grades does Loren Miller Elementary serve?

Loren Miller Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Loren Miller Elementary?

Loren Miller Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 591 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Loren Miller Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Loren Miller Elementary is 20.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Loren Miller Elementary rank in CA?

Loren Miller Elementary ranks #4,718 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Loren Miller Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Loren Miller Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Loren Miller Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Loren Miller Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Loren Miller Elementary a charter school?

No, Loren Miller Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Loren Miller Elementary a Title I school?

No, Loren Miller Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Loren Miller Elementary?

98.8% of students at Loren Miller 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
62 Good Transit
Bike Score
69 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
591
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
98.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
46.0%

District

Los Angeles Unified
District Enrollment
419,929
Schools in District
785
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,687
District Rank
#495 of 769

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