Serving 510 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Brooklyn Avenue 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 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brooklyn Avenue Elementary serves the eastern part of its school district in Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brooklyn Avenue's student population of 510 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
510 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1922
School Calendar
School Motto
Leading Academic Achievement in East Los Angeles
School Rankings
Brooklyn Avenue ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooklyn Avenue is 0.02, 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
#4094 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
99%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2005–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooklyn Avenue's ranking?
Brooklyn Avenue is ranked #4094 out of 9,523 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Brooklyn Avenue?
510 students attend Brooklyn Avenue.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Brooklyn Avenue students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brooklyn Avenue?
Brooklyn Avenue has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Brooklyn Avenue offer ?
Brooklyn Avenue offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Brooklyn Avenue part of?
Brooklyn Avenue is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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