Excellent
#353 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 4% in state
Wish Community
Elementary School · WISH Community District
6550 West 80th St., Los Angeles, CA 90045
Enrollment
838
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
838
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#353 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#41 of 563
public schools
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Wish Community
Wish Community is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of WISH Community District. Wish Community serves approximately 838 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Wish Community has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #353 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Wish Community show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Wish Community is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Wish Community — Students at Wish Community score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.
How Wish Community Compares
See how Wish Community 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
6550 West 80th St., Los Angeles, CA 90045
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wish Community may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kentwood Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Cowan Avenue Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Playa del Rey Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Culver City), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90045 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,577
Median Home Value
$1,322,700
Median Rent
$2,909/mo
Population
42,352
College Educated
64%
Homeownership
47.1%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
36.2
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| Bella Vista Elementary Monterey Park, CA | 8.9 |
| Birney Elementary San Diego, CA | 8.9 |
| Carpenter Community Charter Studio City, CA | 8.9 |
| Cherrywood Elementary San Jose, CA | 8.9 |
| Easterbrook Discovery San Jose, CA | 8.9 |
| Edison Elementary Ontario, CA | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wish Community
What grades does Wish Community serve?
Wish Community serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Wish Community?
Wish Community has an enrollment of approximately 838 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wish Community?
The student-teacher ratio at Wish Community is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wish Community rank in CA?
Wish Community ranks #353 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Wish Community's MySchoolScout rating?
Wish Community has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Wish Community?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wish Community has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Wish Community a charter school?
Yes, Wish Community is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Wish Community a Title I school?
No, Wish Community is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wish Community?
16.8% of students at Wish Community 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 838
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.7%
- Phone
- (310) 642-9474
Resources & Links
District
WISH Community District- District Enrollment
- 838
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,028
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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