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Ninety-third Street Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

330 East 93rd St., Los Angeles, CA 90003

Enrollment

786

Student-Teacher

19.2:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#3,936 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#304 of 563

public schools

In district

#418 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Ninety-third 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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About Ninety-third Street Elementary

Ninety-third Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Ninety-third Street Elementary serves approximately 786 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ninety-third Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,936 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Ninety-third Street Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% 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

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.36 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.6% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-18.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.2 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+6.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
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 Absenteeism29.8%

Ninety-third Street Elementary — Students at Ninety-third Street Elementary score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

96.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 27.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
38.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 25.3% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
50%
ELA
31%
2010
Math
50%
ELA
35%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
28%
2014
Math
14%
ELA
16%
2015
Math
15%
ELA
19%
2016
Math
18%
ELA
23%
2017
Math
16%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
17.9%
ELA
19.1%
2024
Math
25.1%
ELA
25%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.

How Ninety-third Street Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
59th percentile in CA
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
97%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.8%

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

330 East 93rd St., Los Angeles, CA 90003

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ninety-third Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ninety-Ninth Street Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Watts Learning Center Charter Middle Los Angeles 0.4 mi 5.4
Mervyn M. Dymally High Los Angeles 0.4 mi 6.4
Alliance College-Ready Middle Academy 4 Los Angeles 0.5 mi 6.0
Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary Los Angeles 0.5 mi 8.1
MOTHER OF SORROWS SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.6 mi 5.2
Mother of Sorrows Los Angeles 0.6 mi
South Park Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 4.8
Ninety-Ninth Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 7.2
Watts Learning Center Los Angeles 0.6 mi 5.4
KIPP Ignite Academy Los Angeles 0.7 mi 2.8
One Hundred Seventh Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 6.1
Alliance Judy Ivie Burton Technology Academy High Los Angeles 0.8 mi 7.8
Sheenway School and Culture Center Los Angeles 0.8 mi
SHEENWAY SCHOOL AND CULTURE CENTER Los Angeles 0.8 mi
Charles W. Barrett Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 5.9
One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary Los Angeles 1.1 mi 6.2
John Hope Continuation Los Angeles 1.1 mi 5.5
Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy Los Angeles 1.1 mi 5.8
KIPP Academy of Opportunity Los Angeles 1.1 mi 6.1
Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle Los Angeles 1.2 mi 6.3

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ninety-third Street Elementary

What grades does Ninety-third Street Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Ninety-third Street Elementary?

Ninety-third Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 786 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Ninety-third 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-third Street Elementary rank in CA?

Ninety-third Street Elementary ranks #3,936 of 9,539 schools in CA.

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

Ninety-third 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-third Street Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ninety-third Street Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Ninety-third Street Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Ninety-third Street Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

96.9% of students at Ninety-third 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
65 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
56 Good Transit
Bike Score
75 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
786
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
96.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.8%

District

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

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