Serving 453 students in grades Kindergarten-6, William R. Anton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William R. Anton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
William R. Anton Elementary School's student population of 453 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
453 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
William R. Anton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William R. Anton Elementary School is 0.04, which is less 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
#7338 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
98%
56%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William R. Anton Elementary School's ranking?
William R. Anton Elementary School is ranked #7338 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend William R. Anton Elementary School?
453 students attend William R. Anton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of William R. Anton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William R. Anton Elementary School?
William R. Anton Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does William R. Anton Elementary School offer ?
William R. Anton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is William R. Anton Elementary School part of?
William R. Anton Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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