Serving 536 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Liggett Street 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 35% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to 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: 536 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Liggett Street Elementary School's student population of 536 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
536 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Liggett Street Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liggett Street Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#4385 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
88%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
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 Liggett Street Elementary School's ranking?
Liggett Street Elementary School is ranked #4385 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Liggett Street Elementary School?
536 students attend Liggett Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Liggett Street Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Liggett Street Elementary School?
Liggett Street Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Liggett Street Elementary School offer ?
Liggett Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Liggett Street Elementary School part of?
Liggett Street Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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