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Normont Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

1001 West 253rd St., Harbor City, CA 90710

Enrollment

273

Student-Teacher

17.1:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,434 of 9,539

In Harbor City

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#631 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Normont Elementary

5.5/10

Elementary School in Harbor City · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Normont Elementary

Normont Elementary is a public elementary school in Harbor City, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Normont Elementary serves approximately 273 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Normont Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,434 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Normont Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Normont 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 Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25.8% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-19.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.3 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+6.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism30.8%

Normont Elementary — Students at Normont Elementary score 27% 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

95.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 31.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 32.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 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
58%
ELA
48%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
46%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
45%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
23.8%
ELA
30.7%
2024
Math
25.5%
ELA
28.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.5/10.

How Normont Elementary Compares

See how Normont Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
33th percentile in CA
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
96%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.8%

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

1001 West 253rd St., Harbor City, CA 90710

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Normont Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Two Hundred Thirty-Second Place Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Carson), which scores notably higher. Another option is President Avenue Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Harbor City Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Harbor City, see our Harbor City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
VERMONT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Harbor City 0.2 mi 4.1
HAPPY TOTS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Harbor City 0.3 mi
Harbor City Elementary Harbor City 0.6 mi 7.1
HAPPY TOTS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Harbor City 0.7 mi
President Avenue Elementary Harbor City 0.9 mi 7.2
The Pines Christian School Harbor City 0.8 mi
THE PINES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Harbor City 0.8 mi 7.0
Dr. Richard A. Vladovic Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy Wilmington 1.0 mi 9.3
George S. Patton Continuation Harbor City 1.0 mi 5.4
Nathaniel Narbonne Senior High Harbor City 1.0 mi 7.8
Humanities and Arts (HARTS) Academy of Los Angeles Harbor City 1.0 mi 8.8
ROLLING HILLS PREPARATORY San Pedro 1.2 mi 7.8
HARBOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Wilmington 1.0 mi 6.6
Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (STEAM) Magnet Wilmington 1.1 mi 8.1
Alexander Fleming Middle Lomita 1.1 mi 8.2
St Margaret Mary School Lomita 1.3 mi
ST MARGARET MARY SCHOOL Lomita 1.3 mi 5.9
Two Hundred Thirty-Second Place Elementary Carson 1.5 mi 7.9
Gulf Avenue Elementary Wilmington 1.3 mi 6.1
Eshelman Avenue Elementary Lomita 1.3 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90710 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,486

Median Home Value

$648,600

Median Rent

$1,547/mo

Population

26,777

College Educated

32.2%

Homeownership

54.9%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

11.9%

Median Age

40.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Normont Elementary

What grades does Normont Elementary serve?

Normont Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Normont Elementary?

Normont Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 273 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Normont Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Normont Elementary is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Normont Elementary rank in CA?

Normont Elementary ranks #6,434 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Normont Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Normont Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Normont Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Normont Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Normont Elementary a charter school?

No, Normont Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Normont Elementary a Title I school?

No, Normont Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Normont Elementary?

95.6% of students at Normont 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
73 Very Walkable
Transit Score
48 Some Transit
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
95.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.8%

District

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

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