Serving 325 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fries Avenue Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 325 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fries Avenue Elementary serves the southeast part of Wilmington, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with most residing about half a mile from its edges and the furthest point being one mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fries Avenue Elementary School's student population of 325 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
325 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Welcome to the home of the Sea Lions! We are Ready for the World!
School Rankings
Fries Avenue Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fries Avenue Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#8510 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
91%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Light Blue, White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fries Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Fries Avenue Elementary School is ranked #8510 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Fries Avenue Elementary School?
325 students attend Fries Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Fries Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fries Avenue Elementary School?
Fries Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fries Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Fries Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Fries Avenue Elementary School part of?
Fries Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I am a former student of Fries Avenue Elementary and the teachers here helped me and my siblings become who we are. There was this one math program I really liked called ST Math, and it helped me and my siblings become much smarter and reach new heights.P.S I hope Ms. Marrufo reads this.
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