Very Good
#3330 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 35% in state
Tenth Street Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1000 Grattan St., Los Angeles, CA 90015
Enrollment
347
Student-Teacher
21.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
347
Student-Teacher
21.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
1st – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Los Angeles
#341 of 563
public schools
California elementary schools
#2,183 of 5,817
In district
#504 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.3 / 10
Very strong
About Tenth Street Elementary
Tenth Street Elementary is a regular public elementary school located in the heart of Los Angeles, California. Serving students from first through fifth grade, the school has an enrollment of 347 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 21.7:1 with 16 full-time equivalent teachers on staff. The academic performance at Tenth Street Elementary currently stands at a MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10, placing it in the 32nd percentile among California schools.
With an academic score of 2.7/10, and proficiency rates of 20% for both ELA/Reading and Math, there is room for improvement but also plenty of opportunity for student development. Tenth Street Elementary sits in a bustling urban setting within Los Angeles, offering its students the vibrant energy and diverse community that comes with being part of such a large city.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Tenth Street Elementary is 21.7:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Score Breakdown
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Tenth Street Elementary — Students at Tenth Street Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 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: 7.7/10.
How Tenth Street Elementary Compares
See how Tenth Street Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 18% (2019) to 20.85% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 24% (2019) to 19.81% (2024).
Location
1000 Grattan St., Los Angeles, CA 90015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tenth Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Charles White Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Olympic Primary Center (rated 8.1/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Esperanza Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,211
Median Home Value
$1,000,800
Median Rent
$2,385/mo
Population
25,257
College Educated
47.8%
Homeownership
12.3%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
28.1%
Median Age
32.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Tenth Street Elementary has a median household income of $63,211. It is a well-educated community where 48% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,000,800, with a median rent of $2,385/month. The area has a poverty rate of 28.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tenth Street Elementary
What grades does Tenth Street Elementary serve?
Tenth Street Elementary serves students in grades 1st through 5th.
How many students attend Tenth Street Elementary?
Tenth Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 347 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tenth Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Tenth Street Elementary is 21.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tenth Street Elementary rank in CA?
Tenth Street Elementary is ranked #3330 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Tenth Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Tenth Street Elementary has a composite rating of 7.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Tenth Street Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Tenth Street Elementary has 19.8% math proficiency and 20.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Tenth Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Tenth Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tenth Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Tenth Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tenth Street Elementary?
95.1% of students at Tenth 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
- City Safety
- High (2,223/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Los Angeles). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 1st – 5th
- Enrollment
- 347
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (213) 380-8990
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #504 of 769
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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