Serving 691 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Third Street 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 84% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 691 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Third Street 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
Third Street Elementary School's student population of 691 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
691 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Third Street 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 Third Street 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
#126 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
46%
12%
Hispanic
10%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
28%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Third Street Elementary School's ranking?
Third Street Elementary School is ranked #126 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?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Third Street Elementary School?
691 students attend Third Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Third Street Elementary School students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Third Street Elementary School?
Third Street Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Third Street Elementary School offer ?
Third Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Third Street Elementary School part of?
Third Street Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Third Street Elementary School located?
Third Street 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
5 11/17/2023
Third Street does a lot of fundraising and the children really benefit from what those extra funds provide, like additional staff, access to technology, and extracurriculars. I have two children at the school and they both have enjoyed their classroom experience and the community-oriented nature of the school.
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