Harry Bridges Span 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 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,111 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Rankings
Harry Bridges Span ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#3803 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
1%
Asian
(21-22)n/a
12%
Hispanic
(21-22)96%
56%
Black
(21-22)1%
5%
White
(21-22)2%
21%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)1%
5%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
86%
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 Harry Bridges Span's ranking?
Harry Bridges Span is ranked #3803 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Harry Bridges Span often compared to?
Harry Bridges Spanis often viewed alongside schools like Gulf Avenue Elementary School, Broad Avenue Elementary School, Wilmington Mid Sci Tech Engr Arts Math (Steam) Magnet by visitors of our site.
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 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Harry Bridges Span?
1,111 students attend Harry Bridges Span.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Harry Bridges Span students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Harry Bridges Span offer ?
Harry Bridges Span offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Harry Bridges Span part of?
Harry Bridges Span is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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