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#4641 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 49% in state
Manhattan Place Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1850 West 96th St., Los Angeles, CA 90047
Enrollment
221
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
221
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Los Angeles
#411 of 563
public schools
California elementary schools
#2,863 of 5,817
In district
#605 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.5 / 10
Exceptional
About Manhattan Place Elementary
Manhattan Place Elementary is a regular public elementary school in Los Angeles, California. Serving kindergarten through fifth grade, the school has an enrollment of 221 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1 with 13 full-time equivalent teachers. The academic performance at Manhattan Place Elementary indicates there's room for improvement, as reflected by its MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and state ranking of #7498 out of 9566 schools in California (22nd percentile).
Math proficiency is at 7%, while reading proficiency stands at 10%. Despite these challenges, the school focuses on student development and provides a supportive learning environment for its young scholars. Manhattan Place Elementary is situated in a bustling urban setting within Los Angeles, offering students opportunities to engage with the vibrant city life around them.
What Parents Should Know
While current test scores at Manhattan Place Elementary are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.
Score Breakdown
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Manhattan Place Elementary — Students at Manhattan Place Elementary score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.7%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How Manhattan Place Elementary Compares
See how Manhattan Place Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 7.5% (2019) to 6.25% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 12% (2019) to 9.33% (2024).
Location
1850 West 96th St., Los Angeles, CA 90047
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Manhattan Place Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Century Park Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Inglewood), which scores notably higher. Another option is La Salle Avenue Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ninety-Fifth Street Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90047 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,187
Median Home Value
$648,200
Median Rent
$1,492/mo
Population
50,925
College Educated
20.8%
Homeownership
54.4%
Avg Commute
34.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.9%
Median Age
38.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Manhattan Place Elementary has a median household income of $70,187. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $648,200, with a median rent of $1,492/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.9%. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| Bandini Elementary City of Commerce, CA | 6.4 |
| Cantua Elementary San Joaquin, CA | 6.4 |
| Extera Public School No. 2 Los Angeles, CA | 6.4 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pacifica, CA | 6.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Manhattan Place Elementary
What grades does Manhattan Place Elementary serve?
Manhattan Place Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Manhattan Place Elementary?
Manhattan Place Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 221 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Manhattan Place Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Manhattan Place Elementary is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Manhattan Place Elementary rank in CA?
Manhattan Place Elementary is ranked #4641 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Manhattan Place Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Manhattan Place Elementary has a composite rating of 6.4 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 Manhattan Place Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Manhattan Place Elementary has 6.6% math proficiency and 9.9% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Manhattan Place Elementary a charter school?
No, Manhattan Place Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Manhattan Place Elementary a Title I school?
No, Manhattan Place Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Manhattan Place Elementary?
93.7% of students at Manhattan Place 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
- City Safety
- High (2,223/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Los Angeles). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 221
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (323) 756-1308
- 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
- #605 of 769
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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