Excellent
#1576 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 17% in state
Twentieth Street Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1358 East Walnut St., Los Angeles, CA 90011
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,576 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#138 of 563
public schools
In district
#180 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Twentieth Street Elementary
Twentieth Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Twentieth Street Elementary serves approximately 510 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Twentieth Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,576 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Twentieth Street Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Twentieth 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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Twentieth Street Elementary — Students at Twentieth Street Elementary score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 8.0/10.
How Twentieth Street Elementary Compares
See how Twentieth 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
1358 East Walnut St., Los Angeles, CA 90011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Twentieth Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hamilton Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Pasadena), with a very similar rating. Another option is INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF LOS ANGELES - PASADENA (rated 6.9/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Pasadena), a more accessible option. Additionally, FRIENDS WESTERN SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Pasadena), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF LOS ANGELES - PASADENA Pasadena | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| International School of Los Angeles-PAS Pasadena | 0.3 mi | — |
| ST PHILIP THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Pasadena | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| St. Philip the Apostle Pasadena | 0.4 mi | — |
| Fusion Academy Pasadena Downtown Pasadena | 0.6 mi | — |
| Bridge Global Academy Pasadena | 0.6 mi | — |
| FUSION ACADEMY PASADENA DOWNTOWN Pasadena | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| OUR SCHOOL Pasadena | 1.0 mi | — |
| POLYTECHNIC SCHOOL Pasadena | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Rose City High (Continuation) Pasadena | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| McKinley Pasadena | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| VILLA ESPERANZA SERVICES Pasadena | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Villa Esperanza Services Pasadena | 1.0 mi | — |
| Living Waters Academy Pasadena | 1.0 mi | — |
| Marshall Fundamental Pasadena | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Hamilton Elementary Pasadena | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| ST GREGORYS A & M HOVSEPIAN SCHOOL Pasadena | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| St. Gregory's A. & M. Hovsepian School Pasadena | 1.0 mi | — |
| FRIENDS WESTERN SCHOOL Pasadena | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Tabernacle Of David Christian Academy Pasadena | 1.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,781
Median Home Value
$575,200
Median Rent
$1,497/mo
Population
102,784
College Educated
6.2%
Homeownership
26.3%
Avg Commute
33.5 min
Poverty Rate
26.6%
Median Age
31
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Achieve Academy Oakland, CA | 8.0 |
| Ada W. Harris Elementary Cardiff-By-The-Sea, CA | 8.0 |
| Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion Atherton, CA | 8.0 |
| Aloha Elementary Lakewood, CA | 8.0 |
| Aviation Elementary Hawthorne, CA | 8.0 |
| Bay Park Elementary San Diego, CA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Twentieth Street Elementary
What grades does Twentieth Street Elementary serve?
Twentieth Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Twentieth Street Elementary?
Twentieth Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 510 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Twentieth Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Twentieth Street Elementary is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Twentieth Street Elementary rank in CA?
Twentieth Street Elementary ranks #1,576 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Twentieth Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Twentieth Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Twentieth Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Twentieth Street Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Twentieth Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Twentieth Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Twentieth Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Twentieth Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Twentieth Street Elementary?
92.2% of students at Twentieth 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 510
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.4%
- Phone
- (213) 747-7151
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #180 of 769
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