Serving 710 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Camino Nuevo Elementary #3 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 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Camino Nuevo Elementary #3 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Camino Nuevo Elementary #3's student population of 710 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
710 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Camino Nuevo Elementary #3 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Camino Nuevo Elementary #3 is 0.02, 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
#6569 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
99%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Camino Nuevo Elementary #3's ranking?
Camino Nuevo Elementary #3 is ranked #6569 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 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Camino Nuevo Elementary #3?
710 students attend Camino Nuevo Elementary #3.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Camino Nuevo Elementary #3 students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Camino Nuevo Elementary #3?
Camino Nuevo Elementary #3 has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Camino Nuevo Elementary #3 offer ?
Camino Nuevo Elementary #3 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Camino Nuevo Elementary #3 part of?
Camino Nuevo Elementary #3 is part of Camino Nuevo Elementary #3 School District.
In what neighborhood is Camino Nuevo Elementary #3 located?
Camino Nuevo Elementary #3 is located in the Pico Union neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 10 other public schools located in Pico Union.
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