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#3502 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 37% in state

William R. Anton Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

831 North Bonnie Beach Pl., Los Angeles, CA 90063

Enrollment

456

Student-Teacher

19.8:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#3,502 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#276 of 563

public schools

In district

#373 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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7.0/10

Elementary School in Los Angeles · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About William R. Anton Elementary

William R. Anton Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. William R.

Anton Elementary serves approximately 456 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. William R. Anton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,502 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for William R. Anton Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

40% of students at William R. Anton 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 Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.36 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-15.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.6 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+12.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism39.9%

William R. Anton Elementary — Students at William R. Anton Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

95%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 32.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
38.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 30.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.4% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 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
54%
ELA
38%
2010
Math
54%
ELA
36%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
41%
2012
Math
53%
ELA
36%
2014
Math
11%
ELA
11%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
21%
ELA
19%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
26%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
26%
ELA
29%
2022
Math
20.6%
ELA
25.6%
2024
Math
30.2%
ELA
37%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.

How William R. Anton Elementary Compares

See how William R. Anton Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
63th percentile in CA
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
95%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.9%

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

831 North Bonnie Beach Pl., Los Angeles, CA 90063

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering William R. Anton Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. City Terrace Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Robert F. Kennedy Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Marianna Avenue Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE SCHOOL - LA Los Angeles 0.3 mi 4.0
Belvedere Middle Los Angeles 0.5 mi 7.5
E. Los Angeles Renaiss Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #2 Los Angeles 0.5 mi 7.2
Humanitas Acad of Art and Tech at Esteban E. Torres High #4 Los Angeles 0.5 mi 7.2
Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5 Los Angeles 0.5 mi 9.0
Esteban Torres East LA Performing Arts Magnet Los Angeles 0.5 mi 7.7
Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3 Los Angeles 0.5 mi 6.3
Robert F. Kennedy Elementary Los Angeles 0.5 mi 8.1
Virtual Academy STEAM Los Angeles 0.5 mi
Harrison Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 6.5
Animo Ellen Ochoa Charter Middle Los Angeles 0.7 mi 8.9
Ednovate - Esperanza College Prep East Los Angeles 0.7 mi 8.7
Hilda L. Solis Lrng Acad Sch of Tech Business and Ed Los Angeles 0.7 mi 5.2
Belvedere Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 7.2
Alliance College-Ready Middle Academy 8 Los Angeles 0.8 mi 7.9
Alliance Morgan McKinzie High Los Angeles 0.8 mi 8.5
Marianna Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 7.8
Malabar Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 7.2
City of Angels Los Angeles 0.9 mi 6.0
City Terrace Elementary Los Angeles 0.9 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,725

Median Home Value

$619,100

Median Rent

$1,489/mo

Population

50,536

College Educated

12.8%

Homeownership

38.1%

Avg Commute

31.3 min

Poverty Rate

16.7%

Median Age

34

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about William R. Anton Elementary

What grades does William R. Anton Elementary serve?

William R. Anton Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend William R. Anton Elementary?

William R. Anton Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 456 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William R. Anton Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at William R. Anton Elementary is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does William R. Anton Elementary rank in CA?

William R. Anton Elementary ranks #3,502 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is William R. Anton Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

William R. Anton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 William R. Anton Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, William R. Anton Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is William R. Anton Elementary a charter school?

No, William R. Anton Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is William R. Anton Elementary a Title I school?

No, William R. Anton Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William R. Anton Elementary?

95.0% of students at William R. Anton 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
62 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
51 Good Transit
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does William R. Anton Elementary stack up?

Sierra Vista Elementary
9.0
Third Street Elementary
9.3
Charles H. Kim Elementary
8.5
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
456
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
95.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.9%

District

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

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