Serving 307 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Del Amo Elementary School ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Del Amo Elementary School's student population of 307 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
307 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Del Amo Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Del Amo Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#4271 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
12%
Hispanic
59%
56%
Black
12%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Del Amo Elementary School's ranking?
Del Amo Elementary School is ranked #4271 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Del Amo Elementary School often compared to?
Del Amo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carson Street Elementary School, Dolores Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Del Amo Elementary School?
307 students attend Del Amo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Del Amo Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Del Amo Elementary School?
Del Amo Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Del Amo Elementary School offer ?
Del Amo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Del Amo Elementary School part of?
Del Amo Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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