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#5287 of 9,539 schools in CA
Middleton Street Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
6537 Malabar St., Huntington Park, CA 90255
Enrollment
635
Student-Teacher
24.4:1
Score
6.1
Grades
1st – 6th
Enrollment
635
Student-Teacher
24.4:1
Score
6.1
Grades
1st – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,287 of 9,539
In Huntington Park
#13 of 20
public schools
In district
#552 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Middleton Street Elementary
Elementary School in Huntington Park · grades 1st – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Middleton Street Elementary
Middleton Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Huntington Park, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Middleton Street Elementary serves approximately 635 students, and covers grades 1st-6th, and has a 24.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Middleton Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,287 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Middleton Street Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Middleton Street Elementary runs 24.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
31% of students at Middleton 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
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Middleton Street Elementary — Students at Middleton Street Elementary score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 5.1/10.
How Middleton Street Elementary Compares
See how Middleton Street 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
6537 Malabar St., Huntington Park, CA 90255
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Middleton Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Middleton Primary Center (rated 7.4/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pacific Boulevard (rated 6.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Florence Avenue Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Huntington Park, see our Huntington Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90255 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,376
Median Home Value
$562,600
Median Rent
$1,443/mo
Population
70,363
College Educated
8.8%
Homeownership
30.1%
Avg Commute
32.5 min
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Median Age
34.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Middleton Street Elementary
What grades does Middleton Street Elementary serve?
Middleton Street Elementary serves students in grades 1st through 6th.
How many students attend Middleton Street Elementary?
Middleton Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 635 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Middleton Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Middleton Street Elementary is 24.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Middleton Street Elementary rank in CA?
Middleton Street Elementary ranks #5,287 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Middleton Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Middleton Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Middleton Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Middleton Street Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Middleton Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Middleton Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Middleton Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Middleton Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Middleton Street Elementary?
98.3% of students at Middleton 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 1st – 6th
- Enrollment
- 635
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.9%
- Phone
- (323) 582-6387
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #552 of 769
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