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#1117 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 12% 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

8.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#1,117 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#107 of 563

public schools

In district

#135 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Quincy Jones Elementary

8.3/10

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

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About Quincy Jones Elementary

Quincy Jones Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Quincy Jones Elementary serves approximately 239 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Quincy Jones Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,117 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Quincy Jones Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

36% of students at Quincy Jones 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-0.36 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2024
TrendStable
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-17.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.4 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+11.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism36%

Quincy Jones Elementary — Students at Quincy Jones Elementary score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

95%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 31.6% (multi-year average, 2010-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 33.7% (multi-year average, 2010-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 28 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2010
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
18%
ELA
28%
2024
Math
29.1%
ELA
36.6%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.

How Quincy Jones Elementary Compares

See how Quincy Jones Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
88th percentile in CA
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
95%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.0%

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

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. Sally Ride Elementary: A SMArT Academy (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Center for Advanced Learning (rated 7.8/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Maple Primary Center (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Synergy Charter Academy Los Angeles 0.0 mi 6.8
Matrix for Success Academy Los Angeles 0.1 mi 2.0
Wadsworth Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.3 mi 5.6
Twenty-Eighth Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.3 mi 6.6
Center for Advanced Learning Los Angeles 0.3 mi 7.8
Harmony Elementary Los Angeles 0.5 mi 5.2
Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary Los Angeles 0.5 mi 4.5
Gabriella Charter 2 Los Angeles 0.5 mi 3.9
Trinity Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.5 mi 5.4
Thomas Jefferson Senior High Los Angeles 0.6 mi 6.8
Nava College Preparatory Academy Los Angeles 0.6 mi 7.6
Dolores Huerta Elementary Los Angeles 0.6 mi 7.6
George Washington Carver Middle Los Angeles 0.7 mi 6.9
Maple Primary Center Los Angeles 0.6 mi 7.8
Synergy Kinetic Academy Los Angeles 0.6 mi 8.4
Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy Los Angeles 0.6 mi 7.4
Sally Ride Elementary: A SMArT Academy Los Angeles 0.8 mi 8.6
ISANA Himalia Academy Los Angeles 0.9 mi 3.5
LOS ANGELES CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Los Angeles 0.9 mi
Nevin Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 7.5

Neighborhood 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

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Garfield Elementary San Diego, CA 8.3
George Mayne Elementary Alviso, CA 8.3

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 ranks #1,117 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Quincy Jones Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Quincy Jones Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Quincy Jones Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Quincy Jones Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).

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

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.0%

District

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

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