Serving 284 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Richland Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
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 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64%
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richland Avenue Elementary School's student population of 284 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Richland Avenue Elementary School is 0.62, 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)55-59%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
16%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
58%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Richland Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Richland Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stoner Avenue Elementary School, Mar Vista 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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Richland Avenue Elementary School?
284 students attend Richland Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Richland Avenue Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richland Avenue Elementary School?
Richland Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Richland Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Richland Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Richland Avenue Elementary School part of?
Richland Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 5/5/2008
This is a terrific school, with so much potential. Music, and a rotating curriculum of dance, theatre and fine art is given year round twice a week! A huge garden where children are growing veggies, and a lot of space. The neighborhood is safe and quiet. Great library, playgrounds. A+
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