Very Good
#2541 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 27% in state
One Hundred Fifty-third Street Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1605 West 153rd St., Gardena, CA 90247
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,541 of 9,539
In Gardena
#3 of 16
public schools
In district
#271 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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One Hundred Fifty-third Street Elementary
Elementary School in Gardena · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About One Hundred Fifty-third Street Elementary
One Hundred Fifty-third Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Gardena, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. One Hundred Fifty-third Street Elementary serves approximately 379 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. One Hundred Fifty-third Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,541 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for One Hundred Fifty-third Street Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at One Hundred Fifty-third 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 Fifty-third Street Elementary — Students at One Hundred Fifty-third Street Elementary score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.6%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.5/10.
How One Hundred Fifty-third Street Elementary Compares
See how One Hundred Fifty-third 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
1605 West 153rd St., Gardena, CA 90247
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering One Hundred Fifty-third Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Torrance), which scores notably higher. Another option is Arlington Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Torrance), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Chapman Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Gardena, see our Gardena schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chapman Elementary Gardena | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Denker Avenue Elementary Gardena | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| JUNIPERO SERRA HIGH SCHOOL Gardena | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| KIPP Generations Academy Gardena | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Robert E. Peary Middle Gardena | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| One Hundred Fifty-Sixth Street Elementary Gardena | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Amestoy Elementary Gardena | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| St. Anthony of Padua Gardena | 1.0 mi | — |
| MARIA REGINA Gardena | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Maria Regina Gardena | 1.2 mi | — |
| Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena Gardena | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| LIMAI ACADEMY Gardena | 1.2 mi | — |
| Lincoln Elementary Torrance | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Environmental Charter High - Gardena Gardena | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Gardena Elementary Gardena | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| One Hundred Thirty-Fifth Street Elementary Gardena | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Purche Avenue Elementary Gardena | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Casimir Middle Torrance | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Arlington Elementary Torrance | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Animo Legacy Charter Middle Los Angeles | 1.9 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90247 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,851
Median Home Value
$640,500
Median Rent
$1,751/mo
Population
47,303
College Educated
26.8%
Homeownership
40.7%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Median Age
37.5
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|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Costa Mesa, CA | 7.5 |
| Antelope Creek Elementary Rocklin, CA | 7.5 |
| Arellanes (Don Juan Bautista) Elementary Santa Maria, CA | 7.5 |
| Aspen Elementary Thousand Oaks, CA | 7.5 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Bella Vista, CA | 7.5 |
| Blanche Sprentz Elementary Folsom, CA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about One Hundred Fifty-third Street Elementary
What grades does One Hundred Fifty-third Street Elementary serve?
One Hundred Fifty-third Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend One Hundred Fifty-third Street Elementary?
One Hundred Fifty-third Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 379 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at One Hundred Fifty-third Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at One Hundred Fifty-third Street Elementary is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does One Hundred Fifty-third Street Elementary rank in CA?
One Hundred Fifty-third Street Elementary ranks #2,541 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is One Hundred Fifty-third Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
One Hundred Fifty-third Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 One Hundred Fifty-third Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, One Hundred Fifty-third Street Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is One Hundred Fifty-third Street Elementary a charter school?
No, One Hundred Fifty-third Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is One Hundred Fifty-third Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, One Hundred Fifty-third Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for One Hundred Fifty-third Street Elementary?
83.6% of students at One Hundred Fifty-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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 379
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.8%
- Phone
- (310) 323-1029
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #271 of 769
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