Watts, Los Angeles, CA
Watts at a Glance
Watts is ranked #81 of 104 neighborhoods in Los Angeles with an overall score of 2.6/5. Its standout factor is nearby merchants (4.0/5). It ranks 78th of 104 in Los Angeles for safety. The trade-offs are schools (2.4/5) and safety (2.5/5).
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Watts Amenities
Near good merchants4.0
Public Spaces-
Curb Appeal-
Overall Amenities score: 0.8 (1)
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Schools Serving Watts
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Judith F. Baca Arts Academy | Primary | K-6 | |
| Compton Avenue Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Grape Street Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Ninety-Second Street Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Ninety-Sixth Street Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Lovelia P. Flournoy Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| One Hundred Twelfth Street Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Ritter Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Weigand Avenue Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Charles Drew Middle | Middle | 7-8 | |
| Edwin Markham Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Public Service Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex | High | 9-12 | |
| Communication and Technology at Diego Rivera Learning Complex | High | 9-12 | |
| Diego Rivera Learning Complex Green Design STEAM Academy | High | 9-12 | |
| Performing Arts Community at Diego Rivera Learning Complex | High | 9-12 | |
| Mervyn M. Dymally High | High | 9-12 | |
| John C. Fremont Senior High | High | 9-12 | |
| Jordan High | High | 9-12 |
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Houseberry School Score Data
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Watts FAQs
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Is Watts a good place to live?
Watts ranks 81st of 104 neighborhoods in Los Angeles with an overall Houseberry score of 2.6 out of 5. Its strongest factor is nearby merchants (4.0/5). The trade-offs are schools (2.4/5) and safety (2.5/5).
Is Watts safe?
Watts, Los Angeles scores 2.5 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 78th of 104 neighborhoods in Los Angeles.
Which schools serve Watts?
Schools serving Watts, Los Angeles include Judith F. Baca Arts Academy (2.5/5), Compton Avenue Elementary (2.7/5), Grape Street Elementary (2.0/5), Ninety-Second Street Elementary (2.6/5) and Ninety-Sixth Street Elementary (2.2/5). 14 more schools are listed in the Schools section on this page.
What is the weather like in Watts?
Watts, Los Angeles receives 81% of its possible sunshine, 37th of 98 in Los Angeles. Summer days run 63° to 79°F and winter days 48° to 67°F, August is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 13 inches a year.
Is Watts walkable to shops and restaurants?
Watts, Los Angeles scores 4.0 out of 5 for nearby merchants. Its overall amenities score is 0.8 out of 5, 74th of 104 in Los Angeles.
What is Watts known for?
Watts, Los Angeles scores highest on nearby merchants (4.0/5).
How does Watts compare to other Los Angeles neighborhoods?
Watts ranks 81st of 104 neighborhoods in Los Angeles. It ranks 78th of 104 in Los Angeles for safety (2.5/5) and scores lowest on schools (2.4/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Los Angeles are Pacific Palisades and Mandeville Canyon.
What are the downsides of living in Watts?
Watts, Los Angeles scores lowest on schools (2.4/5) and safety (2.5/5).
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