Serving 408 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Florence Griffith Joyner 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 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School's student population of 408 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
408 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Florence Griffith Joyner 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 Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#9142 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
71%
56%
Black
21%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School's ranking?
Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School is ranked #9142 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School often compared to?
Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weigand Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School?
408 students attend Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School?
Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School offer ?
Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School part of?
Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School located?
Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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