Serving 355 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Apperson Street Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Apperson Street Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Apperson Street Elementary School's student population of 355 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
355 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Apperson Street Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Apperson Street Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2231 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
41%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
43%
20%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Apperson Street Elementary School's ranking?
Apperson Street Elementary School is ranked #2231 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Apperson Street Elementary School often compared to?
Apperson Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain View Elementary School, Sunland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Apperson Street Elementary School?
355 students attend Apperson Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Apperson Street Elementary School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Apperson Street Elementary School?
Apperson Street Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Apperson Street Elementary School offer ?
Apperson Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Apperson Street Elementary School part of?
Apperson Street Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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