Below Average
#7420 of 9,539 schools in CA
Wilton Place Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
745 South Wilton Pl., Los Angeles, CA 90005
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,420 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#496 of 563
public schools
In district
#716 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Wilton Place Elementary
Wilton Place Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Wilton Place Elementary serves approximately 300 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Wilton Place Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,420 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Wilton Place Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Wilton Place 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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Wilton Place Elementary — Students at Wilton Place Elementary score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.2/10.
How Wilton Place Elementary Compares
See how Wilton Place 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
745 South Wilton Pl., Los Angeles, CA 90005
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wilton Place Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Charles H. Kim Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Vista Horizon Global Academy (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wilshire Park Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Magnolia Science Academy 6 Los Angeles | 0.1 mi | 9.3 |
| Wilshire Park Elementary Los Angeles | 0.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Windsor Math and Science Academy Los Angeles | 0.2 mi | — |
| ST JAMES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| St. James' Episcopal School Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | — |
| Global Leadership School Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | — |
| Maynard Academy Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | — |
| Gateway Online High School Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | — |
| Brawerman Elementary East Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | — |
| BRAWERMAN ELEMENTARY EAST OF WILSHIRE BLVD TEMPLE Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Vista Horizon Global Academy Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Hobart Boulevard Elementary Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| SOUND OF MUSIC PRESCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | — |
| Champion of Life Academy Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | — |
| St. Brendan Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | — |
| ST BRENDAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| ICL Academy Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | — |
| Charles H. Kim Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Pio Pico Middle Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Los Angeles Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90005 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,755
Median Home Value
$1,084,400
Median Rent
$1,648/mo
Population
38,747
College Educated
38%
Homeownership
9%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
24.6%
Median Age
35.4
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| Adams Elementary Santa Ana, CA | 4.9 |
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| Avondale Elementary La Mesa, CA | 4.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wilton Place Elementary
What grades does Wilton Place Elementary serve?
Wilton Place Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Wilton Place Elementary?
Wilton Place Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 300 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wilton Place Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Wilton Place Elementary is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wilton Place Elementary rank in CA?
Wilton Place Elementary ranks #7,420 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Wilton Place Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Wilton Place Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Wilton Place Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wilton Place Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Wilton Place Elementary a charter school?
No, Wilton Place Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wilton Place Elementary a Title I school?
No, Wilton Place Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wilton Place Elementary?
92.0% of students at Wilton Place 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
- 300
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.3%
- Phone
- (213) 389-1181
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #716 of 769
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