Very Good
#2897 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 30% in state
Quincy Jones Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
900 East 33rd St., Los Angeles, CA 90011
Enrollment
239
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
239
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Los Angeles
#316 of 563
public schools
California elementary schools
#1,937 of 5,817
In district
#472 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Quincy Jones Elementary
Quincy Jones Elementary is a regular public elementary school located in the heart of Los Angeles, California. Serving kindergarten through fifth grade students, the school has an enrollment of 239 pupils and maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 19.9:1 with 12 full-time equivalent teachers on staff. The school's MySchoolScout rating is 5.7 out of 10, ranking it at #4356 among the 9,566 schools in California, placing it around the middle of the state’s academic performance spectrum.
Academically, Quincy Jones Elementary scores a 4.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout's scale. In reading and English language arts (ELA), 38% of students are proficient or above, while in math, this number is slightly lower at 30%. The school focuses on student development with room for academic growth.
Quincy Jones Elementary is situated in a vibrant urban setting within Los Angeles, surrounded by the energy and diversity that large cities offer.
Score Breakdown
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Quincy Jones Elementary — Students at Quincy Jones Elementary score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 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: 6.5/10.
How Quincy Jones Elementary Compares
See how Quincy Jones Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 32% (2019) to 28% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 42% (2019) to 36.36% (2024).
Location
900 East 33rd St., Los Angeles, CA 90011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Quincy Jones Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nevin Avenue Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sally Ride Elementary: A SMArT Academy (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Twenty-Eighth Street Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.3 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 90011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,781
Median Home Value
$575,200
Median Rent
$1,497/mo
Population
102,784
College Educated
6.2%
Homeownership
26.3%
Avg Commute
33.5 min
Poverty Rate
26.6%
Median Age
31
Community Profile
The community surrounding Quincy Jones Elementary has a median household income of $53,781. It is a community where 6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $575,200, with a median rent of $1,497/month. The area has a poverty rate of 26.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Quincy Jones Elementary
What grades does Quincy Jones Elementary serve?
Quincy Jones Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Quincy Jones Elementary?
Quincy Jones Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 239 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Quincy Jones Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Quincy Jones Elementary is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Quincy Jones Elementary rank in CA?
Quincy Jones Elementary is ranked #2897 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Quincy Jones Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Quincy Jones Elementary has a composite rating of 7.2 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.
What are the test scores at Quincy Jones Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Quincy Jones Elementary has 29.7% math proficiency and 37.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Quincy Jones Elementary a charter school?
No, Quincy Jones Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Quincy Jones Elementary a Title I school?
No, Quincy Jones Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Quincy Jones Elementary?
95.0% of students at Quincy Jones 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
- 78 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 58 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 92 Biker’s Paradise
- City Safety
- High (2,223/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 239
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (323) 235-7940
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #472 of 769
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