Excellent
#171 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 2% in state
Murchison Street Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1501 Murchison St., Los Angeles, CA 90033
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Los Angeles
#45 of 563
public schools
California elementary schools
#142 of 5,817
In district
#59 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Murchison Street Elementary
Murchison Street Elementary scores 9.1 out of 10 overall — a composite that places it at #171 among 9,533 California public schools. The school outperforms 98% of the state, and within Los Angeles it ranks #45 out of 563. Looked at as an elementary school specifically, it sits at #142 among California's 5,817 elementary schools.
All three rankings tell the same story: Murchison consistently lands in the top tier regardless of how you slice the comparison. The growth score is the number that stands out most: 9.9 out of 10. Growth measures how much students advance year over year relative to peers who started at the same baseline — and a 9.9 puts Murchison at the far edge of what California schools achieve.
Academic performance scores 7.5 out of 10, a solid mark for a public elementary serving kindergarten through sixth grade in Los Angeles. Murchison enrolls 367 students across grades kindergarten through sixth, with a student-teacher ratio of 17.5 to 1. It operates as a regular public school.
The overall rating is Exceptional — a designation supported at every level of the comparison data.
Score Breakdown
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Murchison Street Elementary — Students at Murchison Street Elementary score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 12 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Murchison Street Elementary Compares
See how Murchison Street Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 10% (2019) to 33.51% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 19% (2019) to 33.86% (2024).
Location
1501 Murchison St., Los Angeles, CA 90033
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Murchison Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Multnomah Street Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Robert F. Kennedy Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Malabar Street Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. 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 90033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,001
Median Home Value
$669,500
Median Rent
$1,391/mo
Population
46,540
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
18.1%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
25.9%
Median Age
32.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Murchison Street Elementary has a median household income of $56,001. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $669,500, with a median rent of $1,391/month. The area has a poverty rate of 25.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Costa Mesa, CA | 9.1 |
| Arroyo Seco Museum Science Los Angeles, CA | 9.1 |
| Atwater Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 9.1 |
| Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier Berkeley, CA | 9.1 |
| Charles White Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 9.1 |
| Cragmont Elementary Berkeley, CA | 9.1 |
Compare Murchison Street Elementary with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Murchison Street Elementary
What grades does Murchison Street Elementary serve?
Murchison Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Murchison Street Elementary?
Murchison Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 367 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Murchison Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Murchison Street Elementary is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Murchison Street Elementary rank in CA?
Murchison Street Elementary is ranked #171 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Murchison Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Murchison Street Elementary has a composite rating of 9.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Murchison Street Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Murchison Street Elementary has 29.4% math proficiency and 31.2% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Murchison Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Murchison Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Murchison Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Murchison Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Murchison Street Elementary?
97.3% of students at Murchison 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.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 67 Somewhat Walkable
- Transit Score
- 54 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 51 Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,223/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 367
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (323) 222-0148
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #59 of 769
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