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#3939 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 41% in state
West Athens Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1110 West 119th St., Los Angeles, CA 90044
Enrollment
557
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
557
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,939 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#305 of 563
public schools
In district
#421 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About West Athens Elementary
West Athens Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. West Athens Elementary serves approximately 557 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. West Athens Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,939 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for West Athens Elementary show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
55% of students at West Athens 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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West Athens Elementary — Students at West Athens Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.4%
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: 7.9/10.
How West Athens Elementary Compares
See how West Athens 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
1110 West 119th St., Los Angeles, CA 90044
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Athens Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Figueroa Street Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodcrest Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, One Hundred Thirty-Fifth Street Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Gardena), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90044 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,433
Median Home Value
$588,200
Median Rent
$1,427/mo
Population
95,859
College Educated
11.1%
Homeownership
31.3%
Avg Commute
34.4 min
Poverty Rate
26.6%
Median Age
32
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Athens Elementary
What grades does West Athens Elementary serve?
West Athens Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend West Athens Elementary?
West Athens Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 557 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Athens Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at West Athens Elementary is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Athens Elementary rank in CA?
West Athens Elementary ranks #3,939 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is West Athens Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
West Athens Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 West Athens Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, West Athens Elementary has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is West Athens Elementary a charter school?
No, West Athens Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Athens Elementary a Title I school?
No, West Athens Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Athens Elementary?
94.4% of students at West Athens 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 557
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.6%
- Phone
- (323) 756-9114
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #421 of 769
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