Serving 338 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Macarthur Park Elementary School For The Visual And Perf Arts 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 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (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: 338 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Macarthur Park Elementary School For The Visual And Perf Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Macarthur Park Elementary School For The Visual And Perf Arts's student population of 338 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
338 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Cheetahs are Safe, Respectful, and Responsible!
School Rankings
Macarthur Park Elementary School For The Visual And Perf Arts 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 Macarthur Park Elementary School For The Visual And Perf Arts is 0.15, 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
#8721 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
2%
20%
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
What is Macarthur Park Elementary School For The Visual And Perf Arts's ranking?
Macarthur Park Elementary School For The Visual And Perf Arts is ranked #8721 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Macarthur Park Elementary School For The Visual And Perf Arts?
338 students attend Macarthur Park Elementary School For The Visual And Perf Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Macarthur Park Elementary School For The Visual And Perf Arts students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Macarthur Park Elementary School For The Visual And Perf Arts?
Macarthur Park Elementary School For The Visual And Perf Arts has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Macarthur Park Elementary School For The Visual And Perf Arts offer ?
Macarthur Park Elementary School For The Visual And Perf Arts offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Macarthur Park Elementary School For The Visual And Perf Arts part of?
Macarthur Park Elementary School For The Visual And Perf Arts is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Macarthur Park Elementary School For The Visual And Perf Arts located?
Macarthur Park Elementary School For The Visual And Perf Arts is located in the Westlake neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 34 other public schools located in Westlake.
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