Serving 364 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 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). 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 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (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
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet's student population of 364 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet is 0.70, 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
#1423 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
45%
56%
Black
23%
5%
White
22%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet's ranking?
Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet is ranked #1423 out of 9,602 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 Hancock Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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?
364 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, 22% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet?
Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet has a student ration of 23:1, 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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