Very Good
#3305 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 35% in state
Based on limited data
Mariposa-nabi Primary Center
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
987 South Mariposa Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90006
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 551 schools in Los Angeles. Learn more
Enrollment
92
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
92
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,305 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#268 of 563
public schools
In district
#364 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Mariposa-nabi Primary Center
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About Mariposa-nabi Primary Center
Mariposa-nabi Primary Center is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Mariposa-nabi Primary Center serves approximately 92 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mariposa-nabi Primary Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,305 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 92 students, Mariposa-nabi Primary Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
54% of students at Mariposa-nabi Primary Center 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Mariposa-nabi Primary Center Compares
See how Mariposa-nabi Primary Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
987 South Mariposa Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90006
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mariposa-nabi Primary Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vista Horizon Global Academy (rated 7.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Ambassador School-Global Education (rated 5.0/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Hobart Boulevard Elementary (rated 4.7/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90006 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,847
Median Home Value
$841,900
Median Rent
$1,396/mo
Population
55,192
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
10.1%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
24.4%
Median Age
36.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mariposa-nabi Primary Center
What grades does Mariposa-nabi Primary Center serve?
Mariposa-nabi Primary Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Mariposa-nabi Primary Center?
Mariposa-nabi Primary Center has an enrollment of approximately 92 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mariposa-nabi Primary Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Mariposa-nabi Primary Center is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mariposa-nabi Primary Center rank in CA?
Mariposa-nabi Primary Center ranks #3,305 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mariposa-nabi Primary Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Mariposa-nabi Primary Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mariposa-nabi Primary Center a charter school?
No, Mariposa-nabi Primary Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mariposa-nabi Primary Center a Title I school?
No, Mariposa-nabi Primary Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mariposa-nabi Primary Center?
91.3% of students at Mariposa-nabi Primary Center 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 92
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.3%
- Phone
- (213) 385-0241
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #364 of 769
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