West Athens 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 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (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: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (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 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
537 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
West Athens 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
#7470 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
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)n/a
12%
Hispanic
(21-22)71%
56%
Black
(21-22)25%
5%
White
(21-22)1%
21%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)3%
5%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
94%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Athens Elementary School's ranking?
West Athens Elementary School is ranked #7470 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend West Athens Elementary School?
537 students attend West Athens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of West Athens Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does West Athens Elementary School offer ?
West Athens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is West Athens Elementary School part of?
West Athens Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is West Athens Elementary School located?
West Athens Elementary School is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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