Excellent
#671 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 7% in state
San Pedro Street Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1635 South San Pedro St., Los Angeles, CA 90015
Enrollment
409
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
409
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Los Angeles
#132 of 563
public schools
California elementary schools
#498 of 5,817
In district
#200 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.4 / 10
Exceptional
About San Pedro Street Elementary
San Pedro Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of the Los Angeles Unified. The school serves approximately 409 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 17.8:1. 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 35% proficiency in math, 5 points below the state average and 37% in reading/language arts, 8 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.4/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $63,211, where 48% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
Score Breakdown
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San Pedro Street Elementary — Students at San Pedro Street Elementary score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.1%
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: 8.6/10.
How San Pedro Street Elementary Compares
See how San Pedro Street Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 32% (2019) to 35.16% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 37% (2019) to 36.28% (2024).
Location
1635 South San Pedro St., Los Angeles, CA 90015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering San Pedro Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Twenty-Eighth Street Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Dolores Huerta Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Quincy Jones Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Central High Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Tri-C Community Day Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Santee Education Complex Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Frida Kahlo High Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Jardin de la Infancia Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | — |
| ST TURIBIUS SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| St. Turibius Elementary Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | — |
| Twenty-Eighth Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Para Los Ninos Middle Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Ninth Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Early College Academy-LA Trade Tech College Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Orthopaedic Hospital Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Dolores Huerta Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Synergy Charter Academy Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Quincy Jones Elementary Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| John Adams Middle Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Synergy Kinetic Academy Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Alliance Dr. Olga Mohan High Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Matrix for Success Academy Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,211
Median Home Value
$1,000,800
Median Rent
$2,385/mo
Population
25,257
College Educated
47.8%
Homeownership
12.3%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
28.1%
Median Age
32.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding San Pedro Street Elementary has a median household income of $63,211. It is a well-educated community where 48% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,000,800, with a median rent of $2,385/month. The area has a poverty rate of 28.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aspire Firestone Academy Charter Oakland, CA | 8.5 |
| Birney Tech Academy Pico Rivera, CA | 8.5 |
| Carver Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.5 |
| Charles W. Barrett Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.5 |
| Cherrywood Elementary San Jose, CA | 8.5 |
| Cloverland Elementary Oakdale, CA | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Pedro Street Elementary
What grades does San Pedro Street Elementary serve?
San Pedro Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend San Pedro Street Elementary?
San Pedro Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 409 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Pedro Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at San Pedro Street Elementary is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does San Pedro Street Elementary rank in CA?
San Pedro Street Elementary is ranked #671 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is San Pedro Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
San Pedro Street 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 San Pedro Street Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, San Pedro Street Elementary has 34.8% math proficiency and 37.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is San Pedro Street Elementary a charter school?
No, San Pedro Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is San Pedro Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, San Pedro Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for San Pedro Street Elementary?
97.1% of students at San Pedro Street 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
- 86 Excellent Transit
- Bike Score
- 77 Very Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,223/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 409
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (213) 747-9538
- 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
- #200 of 769
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