Excellent
#712 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 8% in state
Mt. Washington Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
3981 San Rafael Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90065
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
24.1:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
24.1:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#712 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#77 of 563
public schools
In district
#98 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Mt. Washington Elementary
Mt. Washington Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Mt.
Washington Elementary serves approximately 434 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt. Washington Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #712 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mt. Washington Elementary show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Mt. Washington Elementary runs 24.1:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Mt. Washington Elementary — Students at Mt. Washington Elementary score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
15.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 8.8/10.
How Mt. Washington Elementary Compares
See how Mt. Washington 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
3981 San Rafael Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90065
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mt. Washington Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Latona Avenue Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Arroyo Seco Museum Science (rated 7.1/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Buchanan Street Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90065 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,903
Median Home Value
$1,043,900
Median Rent
$1,774/mo
Population
45,075
College Educated
40.3%
Homeownership
46.9%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
13.8%
Median Age
39.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mt. Washington Elementary
What grades does Mt. Washington Elementary serve?
Mt. Washington Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Mt. Washington Elementary?
Mt. Washington Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 434 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt. Washington Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mt. Washington Elementary is 24.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mt. Washington Elementary rank in CA?
Mt. Washington Elementary ranks #712 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mt. Washington Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mt. Washington Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Mt. Washington Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt. Washington Elementary has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mt. Washington Elementary a charter school?
No, Mt. Washington Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mt. Washington Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mt. Washington Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mt. Washington Elementary?
15.9% of students at Mt. Washington 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 434
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 15.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.2%
- Phone
- (323) 225-8320
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #98 of 769
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