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Saturn Street Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

5360 Saturn St., Los Angeles, CA 90019

Enrollment

278

Student-Teacher

18.5:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,895 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#362 of 563

public schools

In district

#510 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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6.3/10

Elementary School in Los Angeles · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Saturn Street Elementary

Saturn Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Saturn Street Elementary serves approximately 278 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Saturn Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,895 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Saturn Street Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

46% of students at Saturn Street 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.3% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-14.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.5 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+8.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism46.4%

Saturn Street Elementary — Students at Saturn Street Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

88.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 35.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 36.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
51%
ELA
46%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
45%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
43%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
23%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
25.4%
ELA
27.6%
2024
Math
31.5%
ELA
35.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.1/10.

How Saturn Street Elementary Compares

See how Saturn Street Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
49th percentile in CA
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
88%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
46.4%

Location

5360 Saturn St., Los Angeles, CA 90019

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Saturn Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stella Elementary Charter Academy (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Marvin Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CITY KIDS LA (rated 6.7/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
HOLY SPIRIT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.1 mi 5.2
CITY KIDS LA Los Angeles 0.2 mi 7.1
CITY KIDS LA Los Angeles 0.2 mi 6.7
TAYLOR TOT PLAYHOUSE Los Angeles 0.3 mi
REJOYCE IN JESUS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.4 mi
ReJOYce In Jesus Christian School Los Angeles 0.4 mi
New Los Angeles Charter Los Angeles 0.4 mi 7.2
Red Star Los Angeles 0.5 mi
Machon Los Angeles 0.7 mi
MACHON LOS ANGELES Los Angeles 0.7 mi 6.6
Maor Academy Los Angeles 0.7 mi
YESHIVA GEDOLAH OF LOS ANGELES Los Angeles 0.8 mi 5.6
Yeshiva Gedolah of Los Angeles Los Angeles 0.8 mi
Marvin Elementary Los Angeles 0.9 mi 7.6
Shalhevet Los Angeles 1.0 mi
SHALHEVET HIGH SCHOOL Los Angeles 1.0 mi 7.5
Cienega Elementary Los Angeles 1.0 mi 5.7
Los Angeles Center for Enriched Studies Los Angeles 0.9 mi 8.1
Stella Elementary Charter Academy Los Angeles 1.1 mi 8.4
ROENNE'S SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90019 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,395

Median Home Value

$1,178,100

Median Rent

$1,782/mo

Population

59,288

College Educated

39.1%

Homeownership

23.9%

Avg Commute

30.8 min

Poverty Rate

17.8%

Median Age

39.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Saturn Street Elementary

What grades does Saturn Street Elementary serve?

Saturn Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Saturn Street Elementary?

Saturn Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 278 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Saturn Street Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Saturn Street Elementary is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Saturn Street Elementary rank in CA?

Saturn Street Elementary ranks #4,895 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Saturn Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Saturn Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Saturn Street Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Saturn Street Elementary has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Saturn Street Elementary a charter school?

No, Saturn Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Saturn Street Elementary a Title I school?

No, Saturn Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Saturn Street Elementary?

88.1% of students at Saturn 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
91 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
58 Good Transit
Bike Score
85 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
278
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
88.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
46.4%

District

Los Angeles Unified
District Enrollment
419,929
Schools in District
785
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,687
District Rank
#510 of 769

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