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#1069 of 1,790 private schools in CA

Our Lady of Loretto Elementary School

Elementary School

258 N UNION AVE, Los Angeles, CA 90026

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 549 schools in Los Angeles. Learn more

Enrollment

96

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Los Angeles

#76 of 137

public schools

California elementary schools

#632 of 1,102

About Our Lady of Loretto Elementary School

Our Lady of Loretto Elementary School serves 96 students from kindergarten through eighth grade in Los Angeles, California. With just 7 full-time teachers, the school maintains an intimate learning environment with a student-teacher ratio of 13.7 to 1, allowing for personalized attention and close relationships between educators and students. The school has earned a MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #1136 out of 1790 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 37th percentile among California schools.

This small school community provides students with the benefits of individualized instruction and tight-knit classroom dynamics that often characterize smaller educational settings. Our Lady of Loretto Elementary is situated in the 90026 zip code area, where the median household income is $80,549 and 44% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The neighborhood reflects a diverse economic landscape, with a poverty rate of 17.9% and median home values of $1,108,500, indicating a mix of families from various socioeconomic backgrounds.

Located on North Union Avenue, the school operates within Los Angeles's large urban environment, offering students exposure to the cultural richness and opportunities that come with big-city living while maintaining the close community feel of a small school setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 96 students, Our Lady of Loretto Elementary School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

As a private school, Our Lady of Loretto Elementary School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Our Lady of Loretto Elementary School compares to 451 public schools serving similar grades in Los Angeles, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
This School
vs
19.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
96
This School
vs
429
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
7.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 69.8% vs 0%
Asian 24% vs 0%
Black 3.1% vs 0%
Our Lady of Loretto Elementary School Los Angeles Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Our Lady of Loretto Elementary School (this school) 6.0
Union Avenue Elementary 7.2
Sal Castro Middle 6.7
Los Angeles Academy of Arts and Enterprise 5.7
Lake Street Primary 8.1
Betty Plasencia Elementary 8.0
Rosemont Avenue Elementary 8.7
N.E.W. Academy of Science and Arts 5.9
Gratts Learning Academy for Young Scholars (GLAYS) 8.5
Camino Nuevo Charter Academy #4 5.0
Citizens of the World Charter School Silver Lake 5.3
Para Los Ninos - Evelyn Thurman Gratts 7.9
John H. Liechty Middle 6.6
Logan Academy of Global Ecology 7.9
Gabriella Charter 4.9
Esperanza Elementary 8.1
Camino Nuevo Charter Academy 5.5
Lafayette Park Primary Center 7.5
Vista Charter Middle 4.4
Charles White Elementary 9.1
Harold McAlister High (Opportunity) 7.4

Showing 20 of 451 schools. View all schools in Los Angeles

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 5.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
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School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,303.2
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 45%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
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Enrollment 96
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Hispanic 69.8%
Asian 24.0%
Black 3.1%
Two or More 3.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

258 N UNION AVE, Los Angeles, CA 90026

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Our Lady of Loretto Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rosemont Avenue Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gratts Learning Academy for Young Scholars (GLAYS) (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lake Street Primary (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Our Lady of Loretto Elementary School Los Angeles 0.0 mi
Alliance Ted K. Tajima High Los Angeles 0.3 mi 7.8
Union Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.3 mi 7.2
Los Angeles Academy of Arts and Enterprise Los Angeles 0.4 mi 5.7
Harris Newmark Continuation Los Angeles 0.4 mi 5.3
Belmont Senior High Los Angeles 0.4 mi 7.4
Sal Castro Middle Los Angeles 0.4 mi 6.7
Houseton Academy of Secondary Education Los Angeles 0.3 mi
Lake Street Primary Los Angeles 0.4 mi 8.1
Betty Plasencia Elementary Los Angeles 0.5 mi 8.0
Rosemont Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.5 mi 8.7
N.E.W. Academy of Science and Arts Los Angeles 0.6 mi 5.9
Gratts Learning Academy for Young Scholars (GLAYS) Los Angeles 0.6 mi 8.5
School of Business and Tourism at Contreras Learning Complex Los Angeles 0.7 mi 9.1
Contreras Lrng Center-Los Angeles Sch of Global Studies Los Angeles 0.7 mi 7.6
Contreras Learning Center-Academic Leadership Community Los Angeles 0.7 mi 7.2
Contreras Learning Center-School of Social Justice Los Angeles 0.7 mi 7.3
Camino Nuevo Charter Academy #4 Los Angeles 0.7 mi 5.0
Downtown Business High Los Angeles 0.6 mi 8.9
Edward R. Roybal Learning Center Los Angeles 0.6 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,835

Median Home Value

$1,143,400

Median Rent

$1,822/mo

Population

62,902

College Educated

47.4%

Homeownership

25.1%

Avg Commute

31.9 min

Poverty Rate

16.6%

Median Age

36.9

Community Profile

The community surrounding Our Lady of Loretto Elementary School has a median household income of $85,835. It is a well-educated community where 47% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,143,400, with a median rent of $1,822/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.6%. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Our Lady of Loretto Elementary School

What grades does Our Lady of Loretto Elementary School serve?

Our Lady of Loretto Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Our Lady of Loretto Elementary School?

Our Lady of Loretto Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 96 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Loretto Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Loretto Elementary School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Our Lady of Loretto Elementary School rank in CA?

Our Lady of Loretto Elementary School is ranked #1069 out of 1,790 private schools in CA.

What is Our Lady of Loretto Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Our Lady of Loretto Elementary School has a composite rating of 6.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Our Lady of Loretto Elementary School a private school?

Yes, Our Lady of Loretto Elementary School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Our Lady of Loretto Elementary School a religious school?

Our Lady of Loretto Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (2,223/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Los Angeles). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
96
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
181 days
Setting
Large City
County
LOS ANGELES
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

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