Serving 554 students in grades Kindergarten-5, One Hundred Thirty-fifth 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 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (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 Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
One Hundred Thirty-fifth Street Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
One Hundred Thirty-fifth Street Elementary School's student population of 554 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
554 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Motto
Dragons on Fire for Success!
School Rankings
One Hundred Thirty-fifth 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 One Hundred Thirty-fifth Street Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#6440 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
78%
56%
Black
15%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is One Hundred Thirty-fifth Street Elementary School's ranking?
One Hundred Thirty-fifth Street Elementary School is ranked #6440 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend One Hundred Thirty-fifth Street Elementary School?
554 students attend One Hundred Thirty-fifth Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of One Hundred Thirty-fifth Street Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of One Hundred Thirty-fifth Street Elementary School?
One Hundred Thirty-fifth Street Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does One Hundred Thirty-fifth Street Elementary School offer ?
One Hundred Thirty-fifth Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is One Hundred Thirty-fifth Street Elementary School part of?
One Hundred Thirty-fifth Street Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is One Hundred Thirty-fifth Street Elementary School located?
One Hundred Thirty-fifth Street Elementary School is located in the Harbor Gateway North neighborhood of Gardena, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Harbor Gateway North.
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