Serving 529 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Park Western Place Elementary School 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 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park Western Place Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Park Western Place Elementary School's student population of 529 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
529 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Park Western Place Elementary School 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 Park Western Place Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#1771 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
59%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
9%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Park Western Place Elementary School's ranking?
Park Western Place Elementary School is ranked #1771 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Park Western Place Elementary School often compared to?
Park Western Place Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Taper Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Park Western Place Elementary School?
529 students attend Park Western Place Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Park Western Place Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are White, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Park Western Place Elementary School?
Park Western Place Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Park Western Place Elementary School offer ?
Park Western Place Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Park Western Place Elementary School part of?
Park Western Place Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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