Leo Politi Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
610 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Leo Politi Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#7975 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
1%
Asian
(21-22)1%
12%
Hispanic
(21-22)95%
56%
Black
(21-22)2%
5%
White
(21-22)1%
21%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)1%
5%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
96%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leo Politi Elementary School's ranking?
Leo Politi Elementary School is ranked #7975 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Leo Politi Elementary School?
610 students attend Leo Politi Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Leo Politi 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 grades does Leo Politi Elementary School offer ?
Leo Politi Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Leo Politi Elementary School part of?
Leo Politi Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Leo Politi Elementary School located?
Leo Politi Elementary School is located in the Central LA neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 62 other public schools located in Central LA.
School Reviews
1 1/20/2020
This school needs a total academic overhaul and more diversity. The TA's and teachers need to be kept in one class year after year to build relationships with the students and maintain high academic standards. The constant shifting of classroom personnel is a large problem because it prevents consistency and positive growth.
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