Serving 207 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fifty-ninth 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 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 207 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fifty-ninth Street Elementary School's student population of 207 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
207 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fifty-ninth 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).
The diversity score of Fifty-ninth Street Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#9143 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
68%
56%
Black
26%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Fifty-ninth Street Elementary School's ranking?
Fifty-ninth Street Elementary School is ranked #9143 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Fifty-ninth Street Elementary School?
207 students attend Fifty-ninth Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Fifty-ninth Street Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fifty-ninth Street Elementary School?
Fifty-ninth Street Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fifty-ninth Street Elementary School offer ?
Fifty-ninth Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Fifty-ninth Street Elementary School part of?
Fifty-ninth Street Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Fifty-ninth Street Elementary School located?
Fifty-ninth Street 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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