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Charles H. Kim Elementary

Los Angeles Unified · Los Angeles County · 225 South Oxford Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90004-5104

(213) 368-5600 · www.kim-lausd-ca.schoolloop.com

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9/10
#1105
Rank 1105 out of 5,722
Top 19%
English Language Arts9/10 · #1052 · 82nd percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #870 · 85th percentile
Science7/10 · #1746 · 69th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the lively Koreatown neighborhood of Los Angeles, Charles H. Kim Elementary stands out as one of the stronger academic options in a district as large and varied as LAUSD. The school's solid English and math scores make it a draw for families who want a rigorous elementary experience without leaving their urban neighborhood, and Koreatown itself offers a dense, walkable community with incredible food, culture, and a real sense of place. It's a good fit for families planting roots in central LA who want both a school they can feel good about and a neighborhood with genuine character.

Student Demographics

192 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
96 (50%)
Asian
64 (33%)
Filipino
14 (7%)
White
6 (3%)
African American
6 (3%)
Multiple Races
6 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners110 (57%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged179 (93%)
Students with Disabilities25 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

483
Enrollment
27
Teachers (FTE)
17.9:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
18.7
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs10/10 · #111 · 98th percentile

522 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found