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Mother of Sorrows

Elementary School

100 W. 87Th Place, Los Angeles, CA 90003

Private

Enrollment

191

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Updated 2024-25

About Mother of Sorrows

Mother of Sorrows is an private elementary school in Los Angeles, CA 90003. The school serves approximately 191 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 15.9:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $54,781, where 7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 191 students, Mother of Sorrows 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, Mother of Sorrows 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 Mother of Sorrows compares to 451 public schools serving similar grades in Los Angeles, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
This School
vs
19.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
191
This School
vs
429
Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Mother of Sorrows (this school)
Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary 8.8
Watts Learning Center Charter Middle 5.1
South Park Elementary 6.1
KIPP Academy of Opportunity 5.5
KIPP Empower Academy 3.9
Ninety-Third Street Elementary 7.6
Watts Learning Center 5.5
Manchester Avenue Elementary 7.6
Alliance College-Ready Middle Academy 4 5.9
Charles W. Barrett Elementary 8.5
Bret Harte Preparatory Middle 7.0
Danny J. Bakewell Sr. Primary Center 7.4
Seventy-Fifth Street Elementary 7.0
McKinley Avenue Elementary 6.8
KIPP Ignite Academy 4.0
Loren Miller Elementary 8.1
Vox Collegiate of Los Angeles 7.1
Ninety-Ninth Street Elementary 7.6
One Hundred Seventh Street Elementary 4.6
Ninety-Fifth Street Elementary 8.5

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

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
191 students
Type
Private
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Address
100 W. 87Th Place, Los Angeles, CA 90003
Phone
(323) 758-6204
Data Year
SY 2024-25
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Test Scores

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Location

100 W. 87Th Place, Los Angeles, CA 90003

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mother of Sorrows may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.2 miles away). Another option is Charles W. Barrett Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.8 miles away). Additionally, Ninety-Third Street Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.6 miles away). For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
MOTHER OF SORROWS SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.0 mi 5.2
Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary Los Angeles 0.2 mi 8.8
Watts Learning Center Charter Middle Los Angeles 0.3 mi 5.1
Mervyn M. Dymally High Los Angeles 0.3 mi 6.4
South Park Elementary Los Angeles 0.5 mi 6.1
Watts Learning Center Los Angeles 0.6 mi 5.5
KIPP Academy of Opportunity Los Angeles 0.5 mi 5.5
Ninety-Third Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.6 mi 7.6
KIPP Empower Academy Los Angeles 0.6 mi 3.9
Alliance College-Ready Middle Academy 4 Los Angeles 0.7 mi 5.9
Manchester Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 7.6
John Hope Continuation Los Angeles 0.8 mi 4.5
Charles W. Barrett Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 8.5
John C. Fremont Senior High Los Angeles 0.9 mi 6.6
Seventy-Fifth Street Elementary Los Angeles 1.0 mi 7.0
Alliance Judy Ivie Burton Technology Academy High Los Angeles 1.0 mi 7.1
Bret Harte Preparatory Middle Los Angeles 0.9 mi 7.0
Sheenway School and Culture Center Los Angeles 1.0 mi
SHEENWAY SCHOOL AND CULTURE CENTER Los Angeles 1.0 mi
Yahudah's Remnant Academy Los Angeles 1.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,781

Median Home Value

$547,600

Median Rent

$1,515/mo

Population

71,708

College Educated

7.1%

Homeownership

26.6%

Avg Commute

36.5 min

Poverty Rate

26.3%

Median Age

30.3

Community Profile

The community surrounding Mother of Sorrows has a median household income of $54,781. It is a community where 7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $547,600, with a median rent of $1,515/month. The area has a poverty rate of 26.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 37 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 Mother of Sorrows

What grades does Mother of Sorrows serve?

Mother of Sorrows serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Mother of Sorrows?

Mother of Sorrows has an enrollment of approximately 191 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mother of Sorrows?

The student-teacher ratio at Mother of Sorrows is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

Is Mother of Sorrows a private school?

Yes, Mother of Sorrows is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

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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 2024-25)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
191
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
County
Los Angeles
Data Year
2025–2026

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