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#5285 of 9,539 schools in CA
Lorena Street Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1015 South Lorena St., Los Angeles, CA 90023
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,285 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#385 of 563
public schools
In district
#550 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Lorena Street Elementary
Lorena Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Lorena Street Elementary serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Lorena Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,285 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Lorena Street Elementary show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Lorena 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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Lorena Street Elementary — Students at Lorena Street Elementary score 20% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.9%
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: 5.6/10.
How Lorena Street Elementary Compares
See how Lorena 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
1015 South Lorena St., Los Angeles, CA 90023
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lorena Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Christopher Dena Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Euclid Avenue Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sunrise Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,623
Median Home Value
$617,600
Median Rent
$1,414/mo
Population
44,608
College Educated
10.2%
Homeownership
25.8%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Median Age
31.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lorena Street Elementary
What grades does Lorena Street Elementary serve?
Lorena Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Lorena Street Elementary?
Lorena Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lorena Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lorena Street Elementary is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lorena Street Elementary rank in CA?
Lorena Street Elementary ranks #5,285 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Lorena Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lorena Street 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 Lorena Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lorena Street Elementary has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lorena Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Lorena Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lorena Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lorena Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lorena Street Elementary?
98.9% of students at Lorena 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
- 378
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.8%
- Phone
- (323) 268-1128
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #550 of 769
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