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#4334 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 45% in state

Twenty-eighth Street Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

2807 Stanford Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90011

Enrollment

490

Student-Teacher

19.6:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,334 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#325 of 563

public schools

In district

#458 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Twenty-eighth Street Elementary

6.6/10

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

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About Twenty-eighth Street Elementary

Twenty-eighth Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Twenty-eighth Street Elementary serves approximately 490 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Twenty-eighth Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,334 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Twenty-eighth Street Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

40% of students at Twenty-eighth 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 Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.6% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.6% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-21.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.2 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism40.2%

Twenty-eighth Street Elementary — Students at Twenty-eighth Street Elementary score 25% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

98.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 29.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 24.1% (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
41%
ELA
27%
2010
Math
49%
ELA
29%
2011
Math
51%
ELA
35%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
33%
2014
Math
20%
ELA
16%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
18%
2017
Math
21%
ELA
20%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
19%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
19%
2022
Math
18.5%
ELA
20.5%
2024
Math
24.6%
ELA
25.7%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.

How Twenty-eighth Street Elementary Compares

See how Twenty-eighth Street Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
55th percentile in CA
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.2%

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

2807 Stanford Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90011

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Twenty-eighth Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Quincy Jones Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Center for Advanced Learning (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Maple Primary Center (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Synergy Charter Academy Los Angeles 0.3 mi 6.8
Quincy Jones Elementary Los Angeles 0.3 mi 8.3
Matrix for Success Academy Los Angeles 0.5 mi 2.0
Dolores Huerta Elementary Los Angeles 0.4 mi 7.6
Wadsworth Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 5.6
Center for Advanced Learning Los Angeles 0.6 mi 7.8
Maple Primary Center Los Angeles 0.6 mi 7.8
Gabriella Charter 2 Los Angeles 0.6 mi 3.9
Trinity Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.6 mi 5.4
Santee Education Complex Los Angeles 0.7 mi 7.6
Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 4.5
San Pedro Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 7.0
Frida Kahlo High Los Angeles 0.8 mi 3.4
John Adams Middle Los Angeles 0.7 mi 8.6
Harmony Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 5.2
Synergy Kinetic Academy Los Angeles 0.7 mi 8.4
Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy Los Angeles 0.7 mi 7.4
Thomas Jefferson Senior High Los Angeles 0.8 mi 6.8
Nava College Preparatory Academy Los Angeles 0.8 mi 7.6
Orthopaedic Hospital Los Angeles 0.9 mi 9.1

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Twenty-eighth Street Elementary

What grades does Twenty-eighth Street Elementary serve?

Twenty-eighth Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Twenty-eighth Street Elementary?

Twenty-eighth Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 490 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Twenty-eighth Street Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Twenty-eighth Street Elementary is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Twenty-eighth Street Elementary rank in CA?

Twenty-eighth Street Elementary ranks #4,334 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Twenty-eighth Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Twenty-eighth Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Twenty-eighth Street Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Twenty-eighth Street Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Twenty-eighth Street Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Twenty-eighth Street Elementary a Title I school?

No, Twenty-eighth Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Twenty-eighth Street Elementary?

98.6% of students at Twenty-eighth 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
82 Very Walkable
Transit Score
60 Good Transit
Bike Score
95 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
98.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.2%

District

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

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