Castelar Street Elementary

castelarstes.lausd.org

626 Students

Elementary School K - 8th

School Overview

Castelar Street Elementary, located in the historic Chinatown neighborhood of Los Angeles, is a long-standing public school within the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). Known for its rich cultural heritage and commitment to inclusivity, the school serves a diverse student population, reflecting the vibrant and multicultural makeup of the surrounding downtown community. It focuses on providing a well-rounded academic foundation while fostering a supportive environment that prepares students for the challenges of middle school and beyond.

Beyond its core curriculum, Castelar Street Elementary is recognized for its emphasis on community engagement and the celebration of its unique location. The school frequently leverages its proximity to downtown L.A. to provide students with diverse learning opportunities and enrichment activities. With a dedication to student success and a tradition of educational service, the school remains a vital pillar for local families, working to ensure that every student has access to the resources and guidance necessary for their academic and personal growth.

626

Total Students

31.1

Full-Time Teachers

20.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

85.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Castelar Street Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	99
Hispanic	179
Black	16
Asian	298
Two or More	34

Asian
298 (47.6%)
Hispanic
179 (28.6%)
White
99 (15.8%)
Two or More
34 (5.4%)
Black
16 (2.6%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Los Angeles Unified
Phone:	(213)626-3674
Website:	http://castelarstes.lausd.org
Grade Range:	K - 8th
Total Students:	626
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	31.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	20.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	507
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	28

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 93

Grade 1 89

Grade 2 85

Grade 3 88

Grade 4 93

Grade 5 91

Grade 6 23

Grade 7 38

Grade 8 26

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Castelar Street Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	93
Grade 1	89
Grade 2	85
Grade 3	88
Grade 4	93
Grade 5	91
Grade 6	23
Grade 7	38
Grade 8	26

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Castelar Street Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	322	51.4%
Male	304	48.6%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)