Serving 358 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Utah 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 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Utah Street Elementary School's student population of 358 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Utah 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 Utah Street Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#6888 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
94%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
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 Utah Street Elementary School's ranking?
Utah Street Elementary School is ranked #6888 out of 9,523 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Utah Street Elementary School?
358 students attend Utah Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Utah Street Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Utah Street Elementary School?
Utah Street Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Utah Street Elementary School offer ?
Utah Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Utah Street Elementary School part of?
Utah Street Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Utah Street Elementary School located?
Utah Street Elementary School is located in the Central LA neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 62 other public schools located in Central LA.
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