Serving 278 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Buchanan 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 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buchanan Street Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Buchanan Street Elementary School's student population of 278 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
278 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Where we put our P.A.W.S. on learning
School Rankings
Buchanan 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 Buchanan Street Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#7478 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
78%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
9%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buchanan Street Elementary School's ranking?
Buchanan Street Elementary School is ranked #7478 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Buchanan Street Elementary School?
278 students attend Buchanan Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Buchanan Street Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buchanan Street Elementary School?
Buchanan Street Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Buchanan Street Elementary School offer ?
Buchanan Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Buchanan Street Elementary School part of?
Buchanan Street Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Buchanan Street Elementary School located?
Buchanan Street Elementary School is located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 10 other public schools located in Highland Park.
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