Serving 316 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Morris K. Hamasaki Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morris K. Hamasaki Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Morris K. Hamasaki Elementary School's student population of 316 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
316 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Colors
White, light blue, or Navy Blue
School Rankings
Morris K. Hamasaki Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morris K. Hamasaki Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#3375 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
95%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
1%
20%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
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 Morris K. Hamasaki Elementary School's ranking?
Morris K. Hamasaki Elementary School is ranked #3375 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Morris K. Hamasaki Elementary School?
316 students attend Morris K. Hamasaki Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Morris K. Hamasaki Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morris K. Hamasaki Elementary School?
Morris K. Hamasaki Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Morris K. Hamasaki Elementary School offer ?
Morris K. Hamasaki Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Morris K. Hamasaki Elementary School part of?
Morris K. Hamasaki Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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