Serving 480 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 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- 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%)
- 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 480 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1926
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
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 0.70, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
12%
Hispanic
11%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
46%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 Warner Avenue Elementary School, Westwood Charter 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?
480 students attend Fairburn Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Fairburn Avenue Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 3% 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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