Very Good
#2549 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 27% in state
Woodcrest Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1151 West 109th St., Los Angeles, CA 90044
Enrollment
612
Student-Teacher
21.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
612
Student-Teacher
21.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,549 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#217 of 563
public schools
In district
#279 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Woodcrest Elementary
Woodcrest Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Woodcrest Elementary serves approximately 612 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodcrest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,549 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Woodcrest Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Woodcrest Elementary runs 21.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
46% of students at Woodcrest 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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Woodcrest Elementary — Students at Woodcrest Elementary score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.2%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How Woodcrest Elementary Compares
See how Woodcrest 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
1151 West 109th St., Los Angeles, CA 90044
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woodcrest Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Figueroa Street Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Washington Primary Center (rated 7.1/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, West Athens Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 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 Woodcrest Elementary
What grades does Woodcrest Elementary serve?
Woodcrest Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Woodcrest Elementary?
Woodcrest Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 612 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodcrest Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodcrest Elementary is 21.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Woodcrest Elementary rank in CA?
Woodcrest Elementary ranks #2,549 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Woodcrest Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodcrest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Woodcrest Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodcrest Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Woodcrest Elementary a charter school?
No, Woodcrest Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Woodcrest Elementary a Title I school?
No, Woodcrest Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodcrest Elementary?
98.2% of students at Woodcrest 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
- 612
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.9%
- Phone
- (323) 756-1371
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #279 of 769
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