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Loreto Street Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

3408 Arroyo Seco Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90065

Enrollment

258

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,759 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#462 of 563

public schools

In district

#665 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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5.3/10

Elementary School in Los Angeles · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Loreto Street Elementary

Loreto Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Loreto Street Elementary serves approximately 258 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Loreto Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,759 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Loreto Street Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Loreto 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23.3% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-16.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.5 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+2.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism34.1%

Loreto Street Elementary — Students at Loreto Street Elementary score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 32.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 28.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 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
57%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
44%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
44%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
19%
ELA
20%
2015
Math
23%
ELA
24%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
21.3%
ELA
27.7%
2024
Math
28.9%
ELA
22.8%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.4/10.

How Loreto Street Elementary Compares

See how Loreto Street Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
29th percentile in CA
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.1%

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

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 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PUC Milagro Charter (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Burbank), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Latona Avenue Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Florence Nightingale Middle Los Angeles 0.1 mi 8.1
Hillside Elementary Los Angeles 0.2 mi 6.7
DIVINE SAVIOUR SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.4 mi 5.9
Los Angeles Leadership Academy Los Angeles 0.4 mi 6.5
Los Angeles Leadership Primary Academy Los Angeles 0.6 mi 6.8
Aragon Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 5.7
Latona Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.9 mi 8.9
Alliance Susan and Eric Smidt Technology High Los Angeles 1.0 mi 9.0
El Rio Community Los Angeles 1.0 mi 3.0
Glen Alta Elementary Los Angeles 1.0 mi 9.1
SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles 1.2 mi 5.1
Abraham Lincoln Senior High Los Angeles 1.1 mi 8.5
SACRED HEART HIGH SCHOOL Los Angeles 1.2 mi 5.7
Gates Street Elementary Los Angeles 1.2 mi 7.3
Albion Street Elementary Los Angeles 1.2 mi 6.1
Mt. Washington Elementary Los Angeles 1.3 mi 8.6
Griffin Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 1.3 mi 8.5
Solano Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 1.2 mi 7.3
Arroyo Seco Museum Science Los Angeles 1.3 mi 7.1
PUC Milagro Charter Burbank 1.4 mi 9.0

Neighborhood 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

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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 ranks #6,759 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Loreto Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Loreto Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Loreto Street Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Loreto Street Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

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

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.1%

District

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

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