Below Average
#7969 of 9,539 schools in CA
Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
401 East 40th Pl., Los Angeles, CA 90011
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,969 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#520 of 563
public schools
In district
#745 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary
Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary serves approximately 392 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,969 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Ricardo Lizarraga 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
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Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary — Students at Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.8/10.
How Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary Compares
See how Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
401 East 40th Pl., Los Angeles, CA 90011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Quincy Jones Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Accelerated Charter Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Maple Primary Center (rated 7.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary
What grades does Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary serve?
Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary?
Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 392 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary rank in CA?
Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary ranks #7,969 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary a charter school?
No, Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary?
98.0% of students at Ricardo Lizarraga 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 392
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.5%
- Phone
- (323) 235-6960
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #745 of 769
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