Serving 327 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet's student population of 327 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
327 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1924
School Calendar
School Motto
Ready For The World
School Rankings
Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet is 0.69, which is more 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
#1748 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
45%
56%
Black
23%
5%
White
23%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Los Angeles Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet's ranking?
Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet is ranked #1748 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet often compared to?
Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnetis often viewed alongside schools like Westwood Charter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet?
327 students attend Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet?
Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet offer ?
Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet part of?
Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet located?
Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet is located in the Central LA neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 62 other public schools located in Central LA.
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