Serving 582 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Meyler Street Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower 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 98% 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: 582 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meyler Street Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Meyler Street Elementary School's student population of 582 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
582 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1956
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Ready for the World
School Rankings
Meyler Street Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meyler Street Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#4908 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
75%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Meyler Street Elementary School's ranking?
Meyler Street Elementary School is ranked #4908 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Meyler Street Elementary School often compared to?
Meyler Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Halldale Elementary School, Van Deene Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Meyler Street Elementary School?
582 students attend Meyler Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Meyler Street Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meyler Street Elementary School?
Meyler Street Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Meyler Street Elementary School offer ?
Meyler Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Meyler Street Elementary School part of?
Meyler Street Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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