Serving 457 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Calahan Street Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Calahan Street Elementary School's student population of 457 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Calahan Street Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calahan Street Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#3348 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
62%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
12%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calahan Street Elementary School's ranking?
Calahan Street Elementary School is ranked #3348 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Calahan Street Elementary School often compared to?
Calahan Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Calahan Street Elementary School?
457 students attend Calahan Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Calahan Street Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Calahan Street Elementary School?
Calahan Street Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Calahan Street Elementary School offer ?
Calahan Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Calahan Street Elementary School part of?
Calahan Street Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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