Very Good
#2765 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 29% in state
Soto Street Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1020 South Soto St., Los Angeles, CA 90023
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,765 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#231 of 563
public schools
In district
#304 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Soto Street Elementary
Soto Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Soto Street Elementary serves approximately 205 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Soto Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,765 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Soto Street Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Soto 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
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Soto Street Elementary — Students at Soto Street Elementary score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 6.2/10.
How Soto Street Elementary Compares
See how Soto Street 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
1020 South Soto St., Los Angeles, CA 90023
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Soto Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Puente Charter (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Christopher Dena Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIPP Endeavor College Preparatory Charter (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,623
Median Home Value
$617,600
Median Rent
$1,414/mo
Population
44,608
College Educated
10.2%
Homeownership
25.8%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Median Age
31.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Soto Street Elementary
What grades does Soto Street Elementary serve?
Soto Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Soto Street Elementary?
Soto Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 205 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Soto Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Soto Street Elementary is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Soto Street Elementary rank in CA?
Soto Street Elementary ranks #2,765 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Soto Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Soto Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Soto Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Soto Street Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Soto Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Soto Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Soto Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Soto Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Soto Street Elementary?
88.3% of students at Soto 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 205
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.2%
- Phone
- (323) 262-6513
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #304 of 769
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