Excellent
#1038 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 11% 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
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Los Angeles
#169 of 563
public schools
California elementary schools
#750 of 5,817
In district
#263 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Exceptional
About Twenty-eighth Street Elementary
Twenty-eighth Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of the Los Angeles Unified. The school serves approximately 490 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 19.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 89.1th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 24% proficiency in math, 15 points below the state average and 24% in reading/language arts, 21 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.2/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $53,781, where 6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
Score Breakdown
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Twenty-eighth Street Elementary — Students at Twenty-eighth Street Elementary score 25% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.6%
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: 9.2/10.
How Twenty-eighth Street Elementary Compares
See how Twenty-eighth Street Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 22% (2019) to 24.6% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 19% (2019) to 25.61% (2024).
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. San Pedro Street Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Harmony Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Dolores Huerta Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. 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 | 6.5 |
| Quincy Jones Elementary Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Matrix for Success Academy Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Dolores Huerta Elementary Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Wadsworth Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Center for Advanced Learning Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Maple Primary Center Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Gabriella Charter 2 Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Trinity Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Santee Education Complex Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| San Pedro Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Frida Kahlo High Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| John Adams Middle Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Harmony Elementary Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Synergy Kinetic Academy Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Thomas Jefferson Senior High Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Nava College Preparatory Academy Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Orthopaedic Hospital Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Twenty-eighth Street Elementary has a median household income of $53,781. It is a community where 6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $575,200, with a median rent of $1,497/month. The area has a poverty rate of 26.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alta California Elementary Panorama City, CA | 8.2 |
| Alta Loma Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.2 |
| Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary Van Nuys, CA | 8.2 |
| Arbolita Elementary La Habra, CA | 8.2 |
| Bellingham Elementary North Hollywood, CA | 8.2 |
| Berlyn Elementary Ontario, CA | 8.2 |
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 is ranked #1038 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Twenty-eighth Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Twenty-eighth Street Elementary has a composite rating of 8.2 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 Twenty-eighth Street Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Twenty-eighth Street Elementary has 24.0% math proficiency and 24.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- 61 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 95 Biker’s Paradise
- City Safety
- High (2,223/100K)
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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
- Phone
- (323) 232-3496
- 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
- #263 of 769
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