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#3935 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 41% in state

Ninety-second Street Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

9211 Grape St., Los Angeles, CA 90002

Enrollment

633

Student-Teacher

19.2:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#3,935 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#303 of 563

public schools

In district

#417 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Ninety-second Street Elementary

6.8/10

Elementary School in Los Angeles · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.0/10

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About Ninety-second Street Elementary

Ninety-second Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Ninety-second Street Elementary serves approximately 633 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ninety-second Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,935 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Ninety-second Street Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

30% of students at Ninety-second 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.69 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.8% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-5.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+19.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism30.3%

Ninety-second Street Elementary — Students at Ninety-second Street Elementary score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

98.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 41.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
38.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 34.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.4% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
64%
ELA
39%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
43%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
26%
2015
Math
29%
ELA
28%
2016
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
24.3%
ELA
25.6%
2024
Math
40.7%
ELA
36.2%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.2/10.

How Ninety-second Street Elementary Compares

See how Ninety-second Street Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
59th percentile in CA
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.3%

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

9211 Grape St., Los Angeles, CA 90002

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ninety-second Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Willow Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby South Gate), which scores notably higher. Another option is Judith F. Baca Arts Academy (rated 8.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Weigand Avenue Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
KIPP Philosophers Academy Los Angeles 0.6 mi 5.3
Graham Elementary Los Angeles 0.6 mi 6.0
Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary Los Angeles 0.6 mi 6.2
Judith F. Baca Arts Academy Los Angeles 0.6 mi 8.6
English For All Language & Homeschool Academy South Gate 0.6 mi
Jordan High Los Angeles 0.7 mi 6.4
St. Lawrence of Brindisi Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi
ST LAWRENCE OF BRINDISI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.7 mi 4.1
Animo Florence-Firestone Charter Middle Los Angeles 0.8 mi 7.9
Ninety-Sixth Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 5.1
Animo Pat Brown Los Angeles 0.8 mi 8.1
Weigand Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.9 mi 7.0
Southeast Middle South Gate 0.8 mi 6.9
Alliance Cindy and Bill Simon Technology Academy High Los Angeles 1.0 mi 5.0
Thomas Riley High Los Angeles 0.9 mi
University Pathways Public Service Academy Los Angeles 0.9 mi 8.6
Edwin Markham Middle Los Angeles 1.0 mi 6.9
Charles Drew Middle Los Angeles 0.9 mi 7.0
Willow Elementary South Gate 0.9 mi 9.2
PREPA TEC - Los Angeles Walnut Park 1.0 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,158

Median Home Value

$502,600

Median Rent

$1,509/mo

Population

52,735

College Educated

8.1%

Homeownership

40.7%

Avg Commute

35 min

Poverty Rate

23.4%

Median Age

30.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ninety-second Street Elementary

What grades does Ninety-second Street Elementary serve?

Ninety-second Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Ninety-second Street Elementary?

Ninety-second Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 633 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ninety-second Street Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Ninety-second Street Elementary is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ninety-second Street Elementary rank in CA?

Ninety-second Street Elementary ranks #3,935 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Ninety-second Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Ninety-second Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Ninety-second Street Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ninety-second Street Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Ninety-second Street Elementary a charter school?

No, Ninety-second Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ninety-second Street Elementary a Title I school?

No, Ninety-second Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ninety-second Street Elementary?

98.7% of students at Ninety-second 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
61 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Ninety-second Street Elementary stack up?

Sierra Vista Elementary
9.0
Third Street Elementary
9.3
Charles H. Kim Elementary
8.5
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
633
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
98.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.3%

District

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

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