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#1312 of 1,790 private schools in CA

Marcus Garvey School

Elementary School

3349 W 43RD ST, Los Angeles, CA 90008

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 549 schools in Los Angeles. Learn more

Enrollment

92

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 7th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Los Angeles

#95 of 137

public schools

California elementary schools

#781 of 1,102

About Marcus Garvey School

Marcus Garvey School serves 92 students from prekindergarten through seventh grade in Los Angeles, offering a smaller educational environment with an impressive 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. With just 8 full-time equivalent teachers, this regular public elementary school provides personalized attention that many families seek in a large city setting. The school has earned recognition for its performance, receiving a 9.0 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking #675 out of 1,790 schools statewide, placing it in the 62nd percentile among California elementary schools.

This solid academic standing reflects the school's commitment to student success within its intimate learning community. Located at 3349 W 43rd Street, Marcus Garvey School sits in the 90008 ZIP code area, where the median household income is $57,880 and about one-third of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The neighborhood shows economic diversity, with home values averaging $920,700 and an 18.3% poverty rate among the 33,076 local residents.

The school's small size allows for close relationships between students, teachers, and families, creating a tight-knit educational community within one of California's largest urban centers.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 92 students, Marcus Garvey School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

As a private school, Marcus Garvey School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Marcus Garvey School compares to 451 public schools serving similar grades in Los Angeles, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
This School
vs
19.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
92
This School
vs
429
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.6
This School
vs
7.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 100% vs 0%
Marcus Garvey School Los Angeles Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Marcus Garvey School (this school) 5.6
Audubon Middle 7.9
Today's Fresh Start-Compton 6.2
Forty-Second Street Elementary 8.0
Computer Science Virtual Academy
Marlton 5.9
Tom Bradley Global Awareness Magnet 9.2
ICEF View Park Preparatory Middle 7.5
ICEF View Park Preparatory Elementary 7.3
New Heights Charter 5.5
Angeles Mesa Elementary 7.5
Alliance Ouchi-O'Donovan 6-12 Complex 7.1
Hillcrest Drive Elementary 7.4
Stella Middle Charter Academy 6.1
Coliseum Street Elementary 8.0
Fifty-Fourth Street Elementary 9.5
KIPP Scholar Academy 5.8
Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle 7.6
Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy 6.9
ISANA Nascent Academy 4.0
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary 7.6

Showing 20 of 451 schools. View all schools in Los Angeles

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 6.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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School Day Length 10 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,670
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 1.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
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Enrollment 92
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3349 W 43RD ST, Los Angeles, CA 90008

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marcus Garvey School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tom Bradley Global Awareness Magnet (rated 9.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Forty-Second Street Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Angeles Mesa Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Audubon Middle Los Angeles 0.2 mi 7.9
Today's Fresh Start-Compton Los Angeles 0.3 mi 6.2
CATCH Prep Charter High Inc. Los Angeles 0.3 mi 7.7
Iovine and Young Center Los Angeles 0.3 mi
DO RE ME CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Los Angeles 0.4 mi
CRENSHAW MONTESSORI ACADEMY Los Angeles 0.5 mi
Forty-Second Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.5 mi 8.0
Crenshaw Sci Tech Engr Math and Med Magnet Los Angeles 0.7 mi 5.8
Computer Science Virtual Academy Los Angeles 0.7 mi
ESCUELA PLUS ELEMENTARY Los Angeles 0.6 mi 4.2
TRANSFIGURATION SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.7 mi 5.9
Transfiguration Los Angeles 0.7 mi
ICEF View Park Preparatory Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 7.3
ICEF View Park Preparatory Middle Los Angeles 0.8 mi 7.5
Whitney Young Continuation Los Angeles 0.8 mi
Tom Bradley Global Awareness Magnet Los Angeles 0.8 mi 9.2
Creative Hands Learning Academy Inc Los Angeles 0.7 mi
Marlton Los Angeles 0.8 mi 5.9
Angeles Mesa Elementary Los Angeles 0.9 mi 7.5
New Heights Charter Los Angeles 0.8 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,822

Median Home Value

$1,003,000

Median Rent

$1,589/mo

Population

33,443

College Educated

33.2%

Homeownership

30.4%

Avg Commute

35.3 min

Poverty Rate

16.3%

Median Age

41.2

Community Profile

The community surrounding Marcus Garvey School has a median household income of $61,822. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,003,000, with a median rent of $1,589/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.3%. 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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marcus Garvey School

What grades does Marcus Garvey School serve?

Marcus Garvey School serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.

How many students attend Marcus Garvey School?

Marcus Garvey School has an enrollment of approximately 92 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Marcus Garvey School?

The student-teacher ratio at Marcus Garvey School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Marcus Garvey School rank in CA?

Marcus Garvey School is ranked #1312 out of 1,790 private schools in CA.

What is Marcus Garvey School's MySchoolScout rating?

Marcus Garvey School has a composite rating of 5.6 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.

Is Marcus Garvey School a private school?

Yes, Marcus Garvey School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Marcus Garvey School a religious school?

No, Marcus Garvey School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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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 PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
92
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
10 hours
Days Per Year
167 days
Setting
Large City
County
LOS ANGELES
Data Year
2022–2023

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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