Serving 285 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Canfield Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Canfield Avenue Elementary serves the northern part of its school district in Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canfield Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Canfield Avenue Elementary School's student population of 285 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
285 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Average Class Size
24 students
School Motto
Children are our Future
School Rankings
Canfield Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canfield Avenue Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#861 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
23%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canfield Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Canfield Avenue Elementary School is ranked #861 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Canfield Avenue Elementary School?
285 students attend Canfield Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Canfield Avenue Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canfield Avenue Elementary School?
Canfield Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, 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
Thanksgiving Break (No School)
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break (No School)
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School
June 04, 2027 (Friday)
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