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State Street Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

3211 Santa Ana St., South Gate, CA 90280

Enrollment

390

Student-Teacher

18.6:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,720 of 9,539

In South Gate

#18 of 25

public schools

In district

#497 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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State Street Elementary

6.4/10

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

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6.9/10

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5.7/10

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About State Street Elementary

State Street Elementary is a public elementary school in South Gate, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. State Street Elementary serves approximately 390 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. State Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,720 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for State Street Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

41% of students at State 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 Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.59 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-20.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.3 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+5.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism40.8%

State Street Elementary — Students at State Street Elementary score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

93.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 29.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 29.5% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
50%
ELA
32%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
31%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
40%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
39%
2014
Math
11%
ELA
20%
2015
Math
15%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
13%
ELA
23%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
31%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
31%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
5.6%
ELA
17%
2024
Math
25.1%
ELA
28.6%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.6/10.

How State Street Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
51th percentile in CA
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
93%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.8%

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

3211 Santa Ana St., South Gate, CA 90280

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering State Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Willow Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lucille Roybal-Allard Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Huntington Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stanford Avenue Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Gate, see our South Gate schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Independence Elementary South Gate 0.3 mi 6.9
Hope Street Elementary Huntington Park 0.4 mi 5.7
Odyssey Continuation South Gate 0.6 mi 4.9
South Gate Senior High South Gate 0.6 mi 7.0
St. Matthias Elementary School Huntington Park 0.7 mi
ST MATTHIAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Huntington Park 0.7 mi 4.3
Valiente College Preparatory Charter South Gate 0.7 mi 5.7
Liberty Boulevard Elementary South Gate 0.6 mi 5.6
KIPP Corazon Academy South Gate 0.7 mi 3.9
Lucille Roybal-Allard Elementary Huntington Park 0.8 mi 8.7
San Gabriel Avenue Elementary South Gate 0.8 mi 6.2
Walnut Park Elementary Huntington Park 0.7 mi 5.3
Willow Elementary South Gate 0.8 mi 9.2
ST HELEN CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Gate 0.9 mi 3.6
Stanford Avenue Elementary South Gate 1.0 mi 8.0
Miles Avenue Elementary Huntington Park 1.1 mi 5.4
Stanford Primary Center South Gate 1.1 mi 6.9
RENUEVO SCHOOLS Huntington Park 1.1 mi 5.4
RENUEVO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Huntington Park 1.1 mi
RENUEVO LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Huntington Park 1.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90280 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,379

Median Home Value

$608,500

Median Rent

$1,471/mo

Population

91,719

College Educated

11.5%

Homeownership

44.4%

Avg Commute

32.4 min

Poverty Rate

13.2%

Median Age

35.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about State Street Elementary

What grades does State Street Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend State Street Elementary?

State Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 390 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at State Street Elementary is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does State Street Elementary rank in CA?

State Street Elementary ranks #4,720 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is State Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

State Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 State Street Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, State Street Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is State Street Elementary a charter school?

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

Is State Street Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

93.3% of students at State 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
59 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
390
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
93.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.8%

District

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

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