Excellent
#669 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 7% in state
Ramona Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1133 North Mariposa Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90029
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Los Angeles
#131 of 563
public schools
California elementary schools
#496 of 5,817
In district
#198 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.5 / 10
Exceptional
About Ramona Elementary
Ramona Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of the Los Angeles Unified. The school serves approximately 273 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 17.1:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 93rd percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 28% proficiency in math, 12 points below the state average and 31% in reading/language arts, 15 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.5/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $60,793, where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
Score Breakdown
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Ramona Elementary — Students at Ramona Elementary score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.6%
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: 9.1/10.
How Ramona Elementary Compares
See how Ramona Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 26.61% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 27% (2019) to 31.93% (2024).
Location
1133 North Mariposa Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90029
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ramona Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Alexandria Avenue Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Harvard Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Dayton Heights Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90029 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,793
Median Home Value
$1,066,200
Median Rent
$1,644/mo
Population
33,830
College Educated
36.3%
Homeownership
11.2%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
23.1%
Median Age
37.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Ramona Elementary has a median household income of $60,793. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,066,200, with a median rent of $1,644/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| Aspire Firestone Academy Charter Oakland, CA | 8.5 |
| Birney Tech Academy Pico Rivera, CA | 8.5 |
| Carver Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.5 |
| College View Elementary Huntington Beach, CA | 8.5 |
| Dual Language Immersion North County Vista, CA | 8.5 |
| Gratts Learning Academy for Young Scholars (GLAYS) Los Angeles, CA | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ramona Elementary
What grades does Ramona Elementary serve?
Ramona Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ramona Elementary?
Ramona Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 273 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ramona Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ramona Elementary is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ramona Elementary rank in CA?
Ramona Elementary is ranked #669 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Ramona Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ramona Elementary has a composite rating of 8.5 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 Ramona Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Ramona Elementary has 27.7% math proficiency and 30.6% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Ramona Elementary a charter school?
No, Ramona Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ramona Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ramona Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ramona Elementary?
95.6% of students at Ramona 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
- 89 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 70 Excellent Transit
- Bike Score
- 73 Very Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,223/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 273
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (323) 663-2158
- 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
- #198 of 769
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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