Serving 435 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Menlo Avenue Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Math Proficiency: 37%
- Reading Proficiency: 40%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Menlo Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Menlo Avenue Elementary School's student population of 435 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Menlo Avenue Elementary School is 0.18, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)37%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
90%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Menlo Avenue Elementary School?
435 students attend Menlo Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Menlo Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Menlo Avenue Elementary School?
Menlo Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Menlo Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Menlo Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Menlo Avenue Elementary School part of?
Menlo Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Menlo Avenue Elementary School located?
Menlo Avenue Elementary School is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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