Danny J. Bakewell Sr. Primary Center serves 170 students in grades Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 170 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Danny J. Bakewell Sr. Primary Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Danny J. Bakewell Sr. Primary Center's student population of 170 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
Total Students
170 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Ready for the World
School Rankings
The diversity score of Danny J. Bakewell Sr. Primary Center 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Hispanic
71%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Danny J. Bakewell Sr. Primary Center?
170 students attend Danny J. Bakewell Sr. Primary Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Danny J. Bakewell Sr. Primary Center students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Danny J. Bakewell Sr. Primary Center?
Danny J. Bakewell Sr. Primary Center has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Danny J. Bakewell Sr. Primary Center offer ?
Danny J. Bakewell Sr. Primary Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten
What school district is Danny J. Bakewell Sr. Primary Center part of?
Danny J. Bakewell Sr. Primary Center is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Danny J. Bakewell Sr. Primary Center located?
Danny J. Bakewell Sr. Primary Center 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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