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Miramonte Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

1400 East 68th St., Los Angeles, CA 90001

Enrollment

654

Student-Teacher

20.4:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,250 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#433 of 563

public schools

In district

#616 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Miramonte Elementary

5.6/10

Elementary School in Los Angeles · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Miramonte Elementary

Miramonte Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Miramonte Elementary serves approximately 654 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Miramonte Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,250 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Miramonte Elementary show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Miramonte Elementary runs 20.4:1 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.

32% of students at Miramonte 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-34.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-27.8 pts
Overall Proficiency13% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism32.4%

Miramonte Elementary — Students at Miramonte Elementary score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

96.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 23.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 22.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
46%
ELA
30%
2010
Math
44%
ELA
33%
2011
Math
38%
ELA
29%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
35%
2014
Math
13%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
16%
2016
Math
18%
ELA
20%
2017
Math
20%
ELA
24%
2018
Math
29%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
29%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
12.4%
ELA
20.2%
2024
Math
11.6%
ELA
15.1%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.8/10.

How Miramonte Elementary Compares

See how Miramonte Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
35th percentile in CA
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
97%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1400 East 68th St., Los Angeles, CA 90001

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Miramonte Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr. Lawrence H. Moore Math Science Technology Academy (rated 8.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Parmelee Avenue Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wisdom Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Thomas A. Edison Middle Los Angeles 0.2 mi 7.3
Dr. Lawrence H. Moore Math Science Technology Academy Los Angeles 0.5 mi 8.7
Wisdom Elementary Los Angeles 0.5 mi 7.6
Parmelee Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.6 mi 7.7
Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex Los Angeles 0.5 mi 7.0
Diego Rivera Learning Complex Green Design STEAM Academy Los Angeles 0.5 mi 6.4
Public Service Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex Los Angeles 0.5 mi 7.4
Communication and Tech at Diego Rivera Lrng Complex Los Angeles 0.5 mi 6.6
Alliance Kory Hunter Middle Los Angeles 0.6 mi 6.8
Florence Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 6.0
Lillian Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 5.8
St. Malachy Catholic Elementary Los Angeles 0.9 mi
McKinley Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.9 mi 5.6
Alliance Collins Family College-Ready High Huntington Park 0.9 mi 8.5
Aspire Titan Academy Oakland 0.9 mi 3.3
Aspire Junior Collegiate Academy Oakland 0.9 mi 2.8
Animo Pat Brown Los Angeles 1.1 mi 8.1
Aspire Centennial College Preparatory Academy Oakland 0.9 mi 6.5
Linda Esperanza Marquez High C School of Social Justice Huntington Park 1.0 mi 6.1
Linda Esperanza Marquez High A Hntngtn Park Inst of Appl Med Huntington Park 1.0 mi 9.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,751

Median Home Value

$513,300

Median Rent

$1,471/mo

Population

56,403

College Educated

7%

Homeownership

35.6%

Avg Commute

35.7 min

Poverty Rate

20.5%

Median Age

31.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Miramonte Elementary

What grades does Miramonte Elementary serve?

Miramonte Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Miramonte Elementary?

Miramonte Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 654 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Miramonte Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Miramonte Elementary is 20.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Miramonte Elementary rank in CA?

Miramonte Elementary ranks #6,250 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Miramonte Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Miramonte Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Miramonte Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Miramonte Elementary has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Miramonte Elementary a charter school?

No, Miramonte Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Miramonte Elementary a Title I school?

No, Miramonte Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Miramonte Elementary?

96.6% of students at Miramonte 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

Walk Score
82 Very Walkable
Transit Score
62 Good Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
654
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
96.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.4%

District

Los Angeles Unified
District Enrollment
419,929
Schools in District
785
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,687
District Rank
#616 of 769

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