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#4523 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 47% in state
Ninth Street Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
835 St.anford Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90021
Enrollment
276
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
276
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,523 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#340 of 563
public schools
In district
#480 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Ninth Street Elementary
Ninth Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Ninth Street Elementary serves approximately 276 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ninth Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,523 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ninth Street Elementary show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Ninth Street Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Ninth Street Elementary runs 21.2:1 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.
49% of students at Ninth 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
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Ninth Street Elementary — Students at Ninth Street Elementary score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.
How Ninth Street Elementary Compares
See how Ninth Street 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
835 St.anford Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90021
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ninth Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Para Los Ninos Charter (rated 9.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is San Pedro Street Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST TURIBIUS SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Para Los Ninos Middle Los Angeles | 0.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Central High Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Tri-C Community Day Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| St. Turibius Elementary Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST TURIBIUS SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Para Los Ninos Charter Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 9.5 |
| Bridge Academy Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | — |
| San Pedro Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| LUMBINI CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | — |
| Metropolitan Continuation Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| CDS Secondary Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | — |
| Jardin de la Infancia Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | — |
| YouthBuild Charter School of California Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Bell Hooks, Academy of Faithful Scholars Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | — |
| Ednovate - South LA College Prep Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Santee Education Complex Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Oak Crest Academy Los Angeles Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | — |
| Frida Kahlo High Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| NISHI HONGWANJI CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | — |
| Ednovate - Brio College Prep Los Angeles | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,250
Median Home Value
$1,075,800
Median Rent
$984/mo
Population
3,152
College Educated
20.2%
Homeownership
6.9%
Poverty Rate
43.4%
Median Age
39.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ninth Street Elementary
What grades does Ninth Street Elementary serve?
Ninth Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ninth Street Elementary?
Ninth Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 276 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ninth Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ninth Street Elementary is 21.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ninth Street Elementary rank in CA?
Ninth Street Elementary ranks #4,523 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ninth Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ninth Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Ninth Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ninth Street Elementary has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ninth Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Ninth Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ninth Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ninth Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ninth Street Elementary?
96.7% of students at Ninth 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 276
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.6%
- Phone
- (213) 896-2700
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #480 of 769
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