Serving 466 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fairburn Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairburn Avenue Elementary serves the northwest part of Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, typically around 0.7 miles from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone reaching about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairburn 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
Fairburn Avenue Elementary School's student population of 466 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
466 students
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student, Every Day!
School Rankings
Fairburn Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairburn Avenue Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#103 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
23%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
41%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
22%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairburn Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Fairburn Avenue Elementary School is ranked #103 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Fairburn Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Fairburn Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westwood Charter Elementary School, Warner Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Fairburn Avenue Elementary School?
466 students attend Fairburn Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Fairburn Avenue Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 22% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairburn Avenue Elementary School?
Fairburn Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fairburn Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Fairburn Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Fairburn Avenue Elementary School part of?
Fairburn Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Fairburn Avenue Elementary School located?
Fairburn Avenue Elementary School is located in the Westwood neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Westwood.
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