Serving 504 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Commonwealth Avenue Elementary School 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 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Commonwealth Avenue Elementary School's student population of 504 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
504 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Condors!
School Rankings
Commonwealth Avenue Elementary School 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 Commonwealth Avenue Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#3501 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
74%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Commonwealth Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Commonwealth Avenue Elementary School is ranked #3501 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?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Commonwealth Avenue Elementary School?
504 students attend Commonwealth Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Commonwealth Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Commonwealth Avenue Elementary School?
Commonwealth Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Commonwealth Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Commonwealth Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Commonwealth Avenue Elementary School part of?
Commonwealth Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Commonwealth Avenue Elementary School located?
Commonwealth Avenue Elementary School is located in the Westlake neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 40 other public schools located in Westlake.
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