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Marguerite Poindexter LaMotte Elementary

Los Angeles Unified · Los Angeles County · 4410 Orchard Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90037-3018

(323) 235-8350 · www.lamottees-lausd-ca.schoolloop.com

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2/10
#5047
Rank 5047 out of 5,722
Top 88%
English Language Arts2/10 · #5092 · 11th percentile
Mathematics2/10 · #4940 · 14th percentile
Science2/10 · #4557 · 19th percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

Situated in South Los Angeles, LaMotte Elementary serves a tight-knit community in a neighborhood that's seen significant investment and change over the years, particularly around the Exposition Park and USC corridor. The school draws families who are deeply rooted in the area and value a local, community-connected education close to home. Families considering the school should be aware that academic performance currently sits below state averages, so those who prioritize supplementing classroom learning with outside resources may find the fit works best when paired with strong at-home support.

Student Demographics

225 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
194 (86%)
African American
25 (11%)
Other
6 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners142 (63%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged221 (98%)
Students with Disabilities34 (15%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

449
Enrollment
22
Teachers (FTE)
20.4:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
17.7
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 Programs9/10 · #1203 · 80th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found