Serving 179 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Nora Sterry Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% 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: 179 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nora Sterry Elementary School's student population of 179 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
179 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nora Sterry Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nora Sterry Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#3907 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
69%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
14%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nora Sterry Elementary School's ranking?
Nora Sterry Elementary School is ranked #3907 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Nora Sterry Elementary School?
179 students attend Nora Sterry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Nora Sterry Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nora Sterry Elementary School?
Nora Sterry Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Nora Sterry Elementary School offer ?
Nora Sterry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Nora Sterry Elementary School part of?
Nora Sterry Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Nora Sterry Elementary School located?
Nora Sterry Elementary School is located in the Sawtelle neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Sawtelle.
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