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#2135 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 22% in state

Sixty-sixth Street Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

6600 South San Pedro St., Los Angeles, CA 90003

Enrollment

698

Student-Teacher

23.3:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#2,135 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#179 of 563

public schools

In district

#228 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

Equity

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Sixty-sixth Street Elementary

7.7/10

Elementary School in Los Angeles · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Sixty-sixth Street Elementary

Sixty-sixth Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Sixty-sixth Street Elementary serves approximately 698 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sixty-sixth Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,135 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Sixty-sixth Street Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Sixty-sixth Street Elementary runs 23.3:1 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.

38% of students at Sixty-sixth 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 Progress8.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-0.74 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-4.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.8 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+22.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio23.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism37.8%

Sixty-sixth Street Elementary — Students at Sixty-sixth Street Elementary score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

98.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 36.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
38.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 38.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.4% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
50%
ELA
39%
2010
Math
51%
ELA
43%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
18%
ELA
28%
2015
Math
18%
ELA
31%
2016
Math
26%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
30.2%
ELA
32.2%
2024
Math
41.4%
ELA
41.1%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.1/10.

How Sixty-sixth Street Elementary Compares

See how Sixty-sixth Street Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
78th percentile in CA
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
6.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
98%
Teaching Staff
23:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

6600 South San Pedro St., Los Angeles, CA 90003

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sixty-sixth Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wisdom Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Estrella Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Aspire Inskeep Academy Charter (rated 5.9/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Oakland), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Mary McLeod Bethune Middle Los Angeles 0.4 mi 7.3
ST COLUMBKILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.4 mi 4.8
St. Columbkille Elementary Los Angeles 0.4 mi
John C. Fremont Senior High Los Angeles 0.7 mi 6.9
Aspire Slauson Academy Charter Oakland 0.6 mi 2.4
Aspire Juanita Tate Academy Charter Oakland 0.6 mi 4.0
Aspire Inskeep Academy Charter Oakland 0.6 mi 5.9
Seventy-Fifth Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 5.5
Estrella Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 7.0
John Hope Continuation Los Angeles 0.8 mi 5.5
Los Angeles Academy Middle Los Angeles 0.8 mi 7.0
Yahudah's Remnant Academy Los Angeles 0.8 mi
Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex Los Angeles 0.8 mi 7.0
Diego Rivera Learning Complex Green Design STEAM Academy Los Angeles 0.8 mi 6.4
Public Service Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex Los Angeles 0.8 mi 7.4
Communication and Tech at Diego Rivera Lrng Complex Los Angeles 0.8 mi 6.6
Wisdom Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 7.6
McKinley Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.9 mi 5.6
Sixty-First Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 5.5
Synergy Quantum Academy Los Angeles 1.0 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,781

Median Home Value

$547,600

Median Rent

$1,515/mo

Population

71,708

College Educated

7.1%

Homeownership

26.6%

Avg Commute

36.5 min

Poverty Rate

26.3%

Median Age

30.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sixty-sixth Street Elementary

What grades does Sixty-sixth Street Elementary serve?

Sixty-sixth Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Sixty-sixth Street Elementary?

Sixty-sixth Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 698 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sixty-sixth Street Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sixty-sixth Street Elementary is 23.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sixty-sixth Street Elementary rank in CA?

Sixty-sixth Street Elementary ranks #2,135 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Sixty-sixth Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Sixty-sixth Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Sixty-sixth Street Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sixty-sixth Street Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Sixty-sixth Street Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Sixty-sixth Street Elementary a Title I school?

No, Sixty-sixth Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sixty-sixth Street Elementary?

98.3% of students at Sixty-sixth 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
68 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
62 Good Transit
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Sixty-sixth Street Elementary stack up?

Third Street Elementary
9.3
Charles H. Kim Elementary
8.5
Vernon City Elementary
8.7
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
698
Student-Teacher Ratio
23.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
98.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.8%

District

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

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