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#1030 of 9,533 schools in CA

Top 11% in state

Robert Hill Lane Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

1500 Avenida Cesar Chavez, Monterey Park, CA 91754

Enrollment

264

Student-Teacher

17.6:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Monterey Park

#4 of 9

public schools

California elementary schools

#742 of 5,817

In district

#255 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

9.4 / 10

Exceptional

About Robert Hill Lane Elementary

Robert Hill Lane Elementary is a public elementary school in Monterey Park, CA, part of the Los Angeles Unified. The school serves approximately 264 students in grades Kindergarten – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 17.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 89.2th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 48% proficiency in math, 10 points above the state average and 57% in reading/language arts, 12 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.4/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $81,890, where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-0.4 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.7%
Reading/ELA Proficiency56.2%
Math vs. State Avg+2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.4 pts
Overall Proficiency52%
Expected (poverty-adj.)30%
vs. Expected+21.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.4Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,030

Robert Hill Lane Elementary — Students at Robert Hill Lane Elementary score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

78%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 48.4%
School
State
38.4%
ELA Proficiency 57.4%
School
State
45.4%

Based on 12 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2024
Math
48.6%
ELA
56.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.

How Robert Hill Lane Elementary Compares

See how Robert Hill Lane Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
89th percentile in CA
Academic
8.9/10
8.9/10
Growth
7.4/10
Above average
Environment
9.4/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
78%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers

Location

1500 Avenida Cesar Chavez, Monterey Park, CA 91754

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Robert Hill Lane Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Morris K. Hamasaki Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fourth Street Primary Center (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Brightwood Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Monterey Park, see our Monterey Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Brightwood Elementary Monterey Park 0.4 mi 7.6
Morris K. Hamasaki Elementary Los Angeles 0.5 mi 9.4
Arts In Action Community Charter Los Angeles 0.6 mi 6.3
KIPP Iluminar Academy Los Angeles 0.5 mi 4.2
KIPP Sol Academy Los Angeles 0.5 mi 2.8
Fourth Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 7.1
ST THOMAS AQUINAS SCHOOL Monterey Park 0.7 mi 5.3
St. Thomas Aquinas School Monterey Park 0.7 mi
SIATech Academy South Los Angeles 0.7 mi 5.8
Fourth Street Primary Center Los Angeles 0.9 mi 8.0
Griffith Middle Los Angeles 0.8 mi 7.8
Monterey Continuation Los Angeles 0.9 mi 7.7
Brooklyn Avenue Los Angeles 0.8 mi 5.8
St. Alphonsus School East Los Angeles 1.0 mi
ST ALPHONSUS ELEMENTARY Los Angeles 1.0 mi 5.2
James A. Garfield Senior High Los Angeles 1.0 mi 6.4
Bella Vista Elementary Monterey Park 0.9 mi 7.3
Alfonso B. Perez Special Education Center Los Angeles 0.9 mi 6.9
Pacific Baptist School Monterey Park 1.0 mi
KIPP Raices Academy Los Angeles 1.2 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91754 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,890

Median Home Value

$845,000

Median Rent

$1,884/mo

Population

33,176

College Educated

37.5%

Homeownership

56.1%

Avg Commute

28.7 min

Poverty Rate

13.2%

Median Age

46

Community Profile

The community surrounding Robert Hill Lane Elementary has a median household income of $81,890. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $845,000, with a median rent of $1,884/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.2%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. 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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ALTA VISTA SCHOOL San Francisco, CA 8.2
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Aspen Elementary Thousand Oaks, CA 8.2
BERKELEY HALL SCHOOL Los Angeles, CA 8.2
Biola-Pershing Elementary Fresno, CA 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Robert Hill Lane Elementary

What grades does Robert Hill Lane Elementary serve?

Robert Hill Lane Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Robert Hill Lane Elementary?

Robert Hill Lane Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 264 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Robert Hill Lane Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Robert Hill Lane Elementary is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Robert Hill Lane Elementary rank in CA?

Robert Hill Lane Elementary is ranked #1030 out of 9,533 schools in CA.

What is Robert Hill Lane Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Robert Hill Lane Elementary has a composite rating of 8.2 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 Robert Hill Lane Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Robert Hill Lane Elementary has 48.4% math proficiency and 57.4% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Robert Hill Lane Elementary a charter school?

No, Robert Hill Lane Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Robert Hill Lane Elementary a Title I school?

No, Robert Hill Lane Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Robert Hill Lane Elementary?

78.0% of students at Robert Hill Lane 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
75 Very Walkable
Bike Score
54 Bikeable
City Safety
High (2,397/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Monterey Park). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
264
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
78.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Los Angeles Unified
District Enrollment
419,929
Schools in District
785
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,687
District Rank
#255 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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