Serving 434 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Mt. Washington Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt. Washington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mt. Washington Elementary School's student population of 434 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mt. Washington Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt. Washington Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#413 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
23%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
46%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
22%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt. Washington Elementary School's ranking?
Mt. Washington Elementary School is ranked #413 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mt. Washington Elementary School?
434 students attend Mt. Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Mt. Washington Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mt. Washington Elementary School?
Mt. Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mt. Washington Elementary School offer ?
Mt. Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Mt. Washington Elementary School part of?
Mt. Washington Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Mt. Washington Elementary School located?
Mt. Washington Elementary School is located in the Mount Washington neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Mount Washington.
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