Serving 716 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Parmelee 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 top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 716 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parmelee Avenue Elementary School's student population of 716 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
716 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Parmelee Avenue Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parmelee Avenue Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#5491 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
97%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Parmelee Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Parmelee Avenue Elementary School is ranked #5491 out of 9,602 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Parmelee Avenue Elementary School?
716 students attend Parmelee Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Parmelee Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parmelee Avenue Elementary School?
Parmelee Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Parmelee Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Parmelee Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Parmelee Avenue Elementary School part of?
Parmelee Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Parmelee Avenue Elementary School located?
Parmelee 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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