Excellent
#769 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 8% in state
Loreto Street Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
3408 Arroyo Seco Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90065
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Los Angeles
#141 of 563
public schools
California elementary schools
#564 of 5,817
In district
#214 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.6 / 10
Exceptional
About Loreto Street Elementary
Loreto Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of the Los Angeles Unified. The school serves approximately 258 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 16.1:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 91.9th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 26% proficiency in math, 14 points below the state average and 24% in reading/language arts, 22 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $92,903, where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
Score Breakdown
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Loreto Street Elementary — Students at Loreto Street Elementary score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.
How Loreto Street Elementary Compares
See how Loreto Street Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 12% (2019) to 29.17% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 27% (2019) to 23.33% (2024).
Location
3408 Arroyo Seco Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90065
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Loreto Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Glen Alta Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PUC Milagro Charter (rated 9.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Burbank), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Arroyo Seco Museum Science (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90065 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,903
Median Home Value
$1,043,900
Median Rent
$1,774/mo
Population
45,075
College Educated
40.3%
Homeownership
46.9%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
13.8%
Median Age
39.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Loreto Street Elementary has a median household income of $92,903. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,043,900, with a median rent of $1,774/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.8%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A. G. Cook Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 8.4 |
| Ballington Academy for the Arts and Sciences San Diego, CA | 8.4 |
| Barbara Benson Elementary Tustin, CA | 8.4 |
| Cayucos Elementary Cayucos, CA | 8.4 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.4 |
| Cleveland Elementary Santa Barbara, CA | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Loreto Street Elementary
What grades does Loreto Street Elementary serve?
Loreto Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Loreto Street Elementary?
Loreto Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 258 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Loreto Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Loreto Street Elementary is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Loreto Street Elementary rank in CA?
Loreto Street Elementary is ranked #769 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Loreto Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Loreto Street Elementary has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Loreto Street Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Loreto Street Elementary has 25.5% math proficiency and 23.6% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Loreto Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Loreto Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Loreto Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Loreto Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Loreto Street Elementary?
90.3% of students at Loreto 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.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 74 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 67 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 58 Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,223/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 258
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (323) 222-5176
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #214 of 769
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