Charles H. Kim Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles H. Kim Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
491 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Charles H. Kim Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#1443 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
1%
Asian
(21-22)46%
12%
Hispanic
(21-22)46%
56%
Black
(21-22)3%
5%
White
(21-22)1%
21%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)4%
5%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
89%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles H. Kim Elementary School's ranking?
Charles H. Kim Elementary School is ranked #1443 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Charles H. Kim Elementary School often compared to?
Charles H. Kim Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cahuenga Elementary School, Equitas Academy Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Charles H. Kim Elementary School?
491 students attend Charles H. Kim Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Charles H. Kim Elementary School students are Asian, 46% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Charles H. Kim Elementary School offer ?
Charles H. Kim Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Charles H. Kim Elementary School part of?
Charles H. Kim Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Charles H. Kim Elementary School located?
Charles H. Kim Elementary School is located in the Koreatown neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 18 other public schools located in Koreatown.
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