Very Good
#2730 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 29% in state
York
Elementary School · Hawthorne
11838 South York Ave., Hawthorne, CA 90250
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,730 of 9,539
In Hawthorne
#5 of 19
public schools
In district
#2 of 11
Hawthorne
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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York
Elementary School in Hawthorne · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About York
York is a public elementary school in Hawthorne, CA, part of Hawthorne. York serves approximately 460 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. York has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,730 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for York show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at York 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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York — Students at York score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.1%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.
How York Compares
See how York performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
11838 South York Ave., Hawthorne, CA 90250
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering York may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Moffett Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Lennox), with a very similar rating. Another option is Dolores Huerta Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Lennox), with a very similar rating. Additionally, AL-HUDA ISLAMIC SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hawthorne, see our Hawthorne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Hawthorne | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Animo Leadership High Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| LAUNCH PAD LEARNING Hawthorne | 0.7 mi | — |
| AL-HUDA ISLAMIC SCHOOL Hawthorne | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Moffett Elementary Lennox | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Environmental Charter Middle - Inglewood Inglewood | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Hawthorne Math and Science Academy Hawthorne | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Lennox Mathematics Science and Technology Academy Lennox | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Washington Hawthorne | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Bennett/Kew P-8 Leadership Academy of Excellence Inglewood | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Worthington TK-6 Elementary Inglewood | 0.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Hawthorne Middle Hawthorne | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Kornblum Hawthorne | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Family First Charter Hawthorne | 0.8 mi | 1.3 |
| Eucalyptus Hawthorne | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Dolores Huerta Elementary Lennox | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Zela Davis Hawthorne | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Morningside High Inglewood | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Prairie Vista Middle Hawthorne | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Rising Stars Academy Elementary Hawthorne | 1.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90250 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,923
Median Home Value
$827,600
Median Rent
$1,723/mo
Population
94,991
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
31.8%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
34
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alisal Community Salinas, CA | 7.4 |
| Allen (Ella B.) Elementary Bonita, CA | 7.4 |
| American Indian Public Charter School II Oakland, CA | 7.4 |
| Anderson Elementary Compton, CA | 7.4 |
| BLACK PINE CIRCLE SCHOOL Berkeley, CA | 7.4 |
| BPC UPPER SCHOOL Berkeley, CA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about York
What grades does York serve?
York serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend York?
York has an enrollment of approximately 460 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at York?
The student-teacher ratio at York 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 York rank in CA?
York ranks #2,730 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is York's MySchoolScout rating?
York has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 York?
Based on loaded state assessment records, York has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is York a charter school?
No, York is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is York a Title I school?
No, York is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for York?
86.1% of students at York 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
- 460
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.6%
- Phone
- (310) 675-1189
Resources & Links
District
Hawthorne- District Enrollment
- 7,025
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,570
- District Rank
- #2 of 11
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