Serving 335 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Canfield Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64%
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Canfield Avenue Elementary School's student population of 335 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Canfield Avenue Elementary School is 0.57, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
62%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Canfield Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Canfield Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Castle Heights Elementary School, Crescent Heights Boulevard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Canfield Avenue Elementary School?
335 students attend Canfield Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Canfield Avenue Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canfield Avenue Elementary School?
Canfield Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Canfield Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Canfield Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Canfield Avenue Elementary School part of?
Canfield Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Canfield Avenue Elementary School located?
Canfield Avenue Elementary School is located in the Beverlywood neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Beverlywood.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of Instruction
June 11, 2024 (Tuesday)
First Day of School
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of Instruction
June 10, 2025 (Tuesday)
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