Serving 419 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Melrose 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 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Melrose Avenue Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Los Angeles, CA, encompassing approximately 959.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 20-30 minutes, with an average distance of 13.5 miles from the school to the zone's edge, extending up to 92.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Melrose 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
Melrose Avenue Elementary School's student population of 419 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
419 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Create. Innovate. Transform.
School Rankings
Melrose 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 Melrose Avenue Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#626 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
30%
12%
Hispanic
28%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
22%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melrose Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Melrose Avenue Elementary School is ranked #626 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Melrose Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Melrose Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hancock Park Elementary School, Gardner Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Melrose Avenue Elementary School?
419 students attend Melrose Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Melrose Avenue Elementary School students are Asian, 28% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Melrose Avenue Elementary School?
Melrose Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Melrose Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Melrose Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Melrose Avenue Elementary School part of?
Melrose Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Melrose Avenue Elementary School located?
Melrose Avenue Elementary School is located in the Fairfax neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Fairfax.
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