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#6600 of 9,539 schools in CA
Norwood Street Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
2020 Oak St., Los Angeles, CA 90007
Enrollment
370
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
370
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,600 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#451 of 563
public schools
In district
#648 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Norwood Street Elementary
Norwood Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Norwood Street Elementary serves approximately 370 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Norwood Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #6,600 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Norwood Street Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Norwood 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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Norwood Street Elementary — Students at Norwood Street Elementary score 23% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 4.2/10.
How Norwood Street Elementary Compares
See how Norwood 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
2020 Oak St., Los Angeles, CA 90007
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Norwood Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Equitas Academy 6 (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Magnolia Avenue Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STAR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90007 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,032
Median Home Value
$852,900
Median Rent
$1,480/mo
Population
39,253
College Educated
28.6%
Homeownership
10.4%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
38.7%
Median Age
25.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Norwood Street Elementary
What grades does Norwood Street Elementary serve?
Norwood Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Norwood Street Elementary?
Norwood Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 370 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Norwood Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Norwood Street Elementary is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Norwood Street Elementary rank in CA?
Norwood Street Elementary ranks #6,600 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Norwood Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Norwood Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Norwood Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Norwood Street Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Norwood Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Norwood Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Norwood Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Norwood Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Norwood Street Elementary?
93.2% of students at Norwood 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 370
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.2%
- Phone
- (213) 748-3733
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #648 of 769
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