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Teach Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem
Elementary School · TEACH Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem DIST
8505 South Western Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90047
Enrollment
272
Student-Teacher
30.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
272
Student-Teacher
30.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,574 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#404 of 563
public schools
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Teach Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem
Teach Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of TEACH Prep Mildred S.
Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem DIST. Teach Prep Mildred S.
Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem serves approximately 272 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 30.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Teach Prep Mildred S.
Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,574 of 9,539 schools in CA. Structured state assessment records for Teach Prep Mildred S.
Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Teach Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Teach Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem runs 30.2:1 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.
Teach Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Teach Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem — Students at Teach Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 12 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How Teach Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem Compares
See how Teach Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8505 South Western Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90047
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Teach Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Raymond Avenue Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is La Salle Avenue Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Seventy-Fourth Street Elementary (rated 4.7/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90047 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,187
Median Home Value
$648,200
Median Rent
$1,492/mo
Population
50,925
College Educated
20.8%
Homeownership
54.4%
Avg Commute
34.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.9%
Median Age
38.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Teach Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem
What grades does Teach Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem serve?
Teach Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Teach Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem?
Teach Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem has an enrollment of approximately 272 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Teach Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem?
The student-teacher ratio at Teach Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem is 30.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Teach Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem rank in CA?
Teach Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem ranks #5,574 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Teach Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem's MySchoolScout rating?
Teach Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Teach Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Teach Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
Is Teach Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem a charter school?
Yes, Teach Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Teach Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem a Title I school?
No, Teach Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Teach Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem?
96.3% of students at Teach Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 272
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 30.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.1%
- Phone
- (323) 872-0708
Resources & Links
District
TEACH Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem DIST- District Enrollment
- 272
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,798
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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