Shenandoah Street 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 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
341 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Shenandoah Street 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
#5209 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
American Indian
(21-22)1%
1%
Asian
(21-22)1%
12%
Hispanic
(21-22)90%
56%
Black
(21-22)5%
5%
White
(21-22)1%
21%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)2%
5%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
94%
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 Shenandoah Street Elementary School's ranking?
Shenandoah Street Elementary School is ranked #5209 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Shenandoah Street Elementary School often compared to?
Shenandoah Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canfield Avenue Elementary School, Crescent Heights Boulevard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Shenandoah Street Elementary School?
341 students attend Shenandoah Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Shenandoah Street Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Shenandoah Street Elementary School offer ?
Shenandoah Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Shenandoah Street Elementary School part of?
Shenandoah Street Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Shenandoah Street Elementary School located?
Shenandoah Street Elementary School is located in the Mid City neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Mid City.
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