Serving 316 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Rockdale Visual & Performing Arts Magnet 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 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rockdale Visual & Performing Arts Magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Rockdale Visual & Performing Arts Magnet's student population of 316 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
316 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rockdale Visual & Performing Arts Magnet ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rockdale Visual & Performing Arts Magnet is 0.60, 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
#1733 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
59%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
19%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Rockdale Visual & Performing Arts Magnet's ranking?
Rockdale Visual & Performing Arts Magnet is ranked #1733 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rockdale Visual & Performing Arts Magnet often compared to?
Rockdale Visual & Performing Arts Magnetis often viewed alongside schools like Dahlia Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rockdale Visual & Performing Arts Magnet?
316 students attend Rockdale Visual & Performing Arts Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Rockdale Visual & Performing Arts Magnet students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rockdale Visual & Performing Arts Magnet?
Rockdale Visual & Performing Arts Magnet has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rockdale Visual & Performing Arts Magnet offer ?
Rockdale Visual & Performing Arts Magnet offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Rockdale Visual & Performing Arts Magnet part of?
Rockdale Visual & Performing Arts Magnet is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Rockdale Visual & Performing Arts Magnet located?
Rockdale Visual & Performing Arts Magnet is located in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 27 other public schools located in Northeast Los Angeles.
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