Below Average
#7418 of 9,539 schools in CA
One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
144 East 118th St., Los Angeles, CA 90061
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,418 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#495 of 563
public schools
In district
#714 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary
One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary serves approximately 477 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.7:1 student-teacher ratio. One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,418 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary runs 20.7:1 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.
45% of students at One Hundred Eighteenth 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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One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary — Students at One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 3.5/10.
How One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary Compares
See how One Hundred Eighteenth 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
144 East 118th St., Los Angeles, CA 90061
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Figueroa Street Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is One Hundred Twenty-Second Street Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90061 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,114
Median Home Value
$576,400
Median Rent
$1,498/mo
Population
28,478
College Educated
12.3%
Homeownership
36.9%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
24%
Median Age
32.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary
What grades does One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary serve?
One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary?
One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 477 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary is 20.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary rank in CA?
One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary ranks #7,418 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary a charter school?
No, One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary?
96.9% of students at One Hundred Eighteenth 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 477
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.3%
- Phone
- (323) 757-1717
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #714 of 769
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