Needs Improvement
#8931 of 9,539 schools in CA
Manhattan Place Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1850 West 96th St., Los Angeles, CA 90047
Enrollment
221
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
221
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,931 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#551 of 563
public schools
In district
#766 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
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About Manhattan Place Elementary
Manhattan Place Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Manhattan Place Elementary serves approximately 221 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Manhattan Place Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #8,931 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Manhattan Place Elementary show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
76% of students at Manhattan Place 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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Manhattan Place Elementary — Students at Manhattan Place Elementary score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
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 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: 3.3/10.
How Manhattan Place Elementary Compares
See how Manhattan Place 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
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. La Salle Avenue Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodcrest Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ninety-Fifth Street Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 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
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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 ranks #8,931 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Manhattan Place Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Manhattan Place Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Manhattan Place Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Manhattan Place Elementary has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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.
Neighborhood Context
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 76.0%
- Phone
- (323) 756-1308
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #766 of 769
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