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One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

10915 South McKinley Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90059

Enrollment

330

Student-Teacher

18.3:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#5,096 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#372 of 563

public schools

In district

#528 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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6.2/10

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

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About One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary

One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary serves approximately 330 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #5,096 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-21.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.4 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism26.7%

One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary — Students at One Hundred Ninth Street 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

96.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 25.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 23.4% (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
52%
ELA
34%
2010
Math
48%
ELA
32%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
38%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
30%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
13%
2015
Math
8%
ELA
8%
2016
Math
7.5%
ELA
10%
2017
Math
11%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
15%
ELA
19.4%
2024
Math
22.5%
ELA
29%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.8/10.

How One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary Compares

See how One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
47th percentile in CA
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
96%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.7%

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

10915 South McKinley Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90059

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Compton Avenue Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is One Hundred Twelfth Street Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ninety-Ninth Street Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle Los Angeles 0.1 mi 6.3
Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle Los Angeles 0.5 mi 6.0
Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy Los Angeles 0.5 mi 5.8
One Hundred Sixteenth Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.6 mi 5.5
Verbum Dei Jesuit High School Los Angeles 0.5 mi
VERBUM DEI HIGH SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.5 mi 6.4
One Hundred Twelfth Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.5 mi 7.3
Ninety-Ninth Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 7.2
University Pathways Medical Magnet Academy Los Angeles 0.6 mi 4.9
Samuel Gompers Middle Los Angeles 0.6 mi 6.5
One Hundred Seventh Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 6.1
Thomas Riley High Los Angeles 0.9 mi
Compton Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.9 mi 8.2
One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary Los Angeles 1.0 mi 4.9
Edwin Markham Middle Los Angeles 0.9 mi 6.9
Ninety-Third Street Elementary Los Angeles 1.1 mi 6.8
Lovelia P. Flournoy Elementary Los Angeles 0.9 mi 5.4
One Hundred Twenty-Second Street Elementary Los Angeles 1.1 mi 6.7
Carver Elementary Los Angeles 1.1 mi 5.1
Alliance College-Ready Middle Academy 4 Los Angeles 1.1 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90059 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,840

Median Home Value

$566,200

Median Rent

$1,317/mo

Population

38,015

College Educated

11.8%

Homeownership

44.3%

Avg Commute

33.8 min

Poverty Rate

24.4%

Median Age

30.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary

What grades does One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary serve?

One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary?

One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 330 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary rank in CA?

One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary ranks #5,096 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Ninth Street Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary a charter school?

No, One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary a Title I school?

No, One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary?

96.4% of students at One Hundred 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
58 Good Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary stack up?

Sierra Vista Elementary
9.0
Third Street Elementary
9.3
Charles H. Kim Elementary
8.5
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
96.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.7%

District

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

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