Serving 706 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bryson 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 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bryson Avenue Elementary serves the southeast part of South Gate, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being around 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bryson Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Bryson Avenue Elementary School's student population of 706 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
706 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
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School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence, Every Day, for Every Child!
School Rankings
Bryson Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bryson Avenue Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#1876 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
34%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
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Hispanic
97%
56%
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White
2%
20%
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Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bryson Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Bryson Avenue Elementary School is ranked #1876 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bryson Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Bryson Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Corazon Academy, Paseo Del Rey Fundamental by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bryson Avenue Elementary School?
706 students attend Bryson Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Bryson Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bryson Avenue Elementary School?
Bryson Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bryson Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Bryson Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bryson Avenue Elementary School part of?
Bryson Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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