Serving 504 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dr. Lawrence H. Moore Math Science Technology Academy 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 33% (which is equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower 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 99% 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: 504 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr. Lawrence H. Moore Math Science Technology Academy's student population of 504 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
504 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dr. Lawrence H. Moore Math Science Technology Academy 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 Dr. Lawrence H. Moore Math Science Technology Academy is 0.08, 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
#4622 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Dr. Lawrence H. Moore Math Science Technology Academy's ranking?
Dr. Lawrence H. Moore Math Science Technology Academy is ranked #4622 out of 9,602 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Dr. Lawrence H. Moore Math Science Technology Academy?
504 students attend Dr. Lawrence H. Moore Math Science Technology Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Dr. Lawrence H. Moore Math Science Technology Academy students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. Lawrence H. Moore Math Science Technology Academy?
Dr. Lawrence H. Moore Math Science Technology Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dr. Lawrence H. Moore Math Science Technology Academy offer ?
Dr. Lawrence H. Moore Math Science Technology Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Dr. Lawrence H. Moore Math Science Technology Academy part of?
Dr. Lawrence H. Moore Math Science Technology Academy is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr. Lawrence H. Moore Math Science Technology Academy located?
Dr. Lawrence H. Moore Math Science Technology Academy is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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