Excellent
#1268 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 13% in state
Ritter Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
11108 Watts Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90059
Enrollment
284
Student-Teacher
20.3:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
284
Student-Teacher
20.3:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,268 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#118 of 563
public schools
In district
#146 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Ritter Elementary
Ritter Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Ritter Elementary serves approximately 284 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Ritter Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,268 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ritter Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ritter Elementary runs 20.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
42% of students at Ritter 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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Ritter Elementary — Students at Ritter Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.5%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.
How Ritter Elementary Compares
See how Ritter 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
11108 Watts Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90059
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ritter Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Montara Avenue Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby South Gate), with a very similar rating. Another option is Stanford Avenue Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby South Gate), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Martin Luther King Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Compton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90059 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,840
Median Home Value
$566,200
Median Rent
$1,317/mo
Population
38,015
College Educated
11.8%
Homeownership
44.3%
Avg Commute
33.8 min
Poverty Rate
24.4%
Median Age
30.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ritter Elementary
What grades does Ritter Elementary serve?
Ritter Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ritter Elementary?
Ritter Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 284 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ritter Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ritter Elementary is 20.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ritter Elementary rank in CA?
Ritter Elementary ranks #1,268 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ritter Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ritter Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Ritter Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ritter Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ritter Elementary a charter school?
No, Ritter Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ritter Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ritter Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ritter Elementary?
97.5% of students at Ritter 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
- 284
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.3%
- Phone
- (323) 564-2478
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #146 of 769
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