Serving 457 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Raymond 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 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Raymond Avenue Elementary serves the southeast part of Los Angeles, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.9 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive to the school. The average distance from the school to the attendance zone's edge is about 0.6 miles, reaching up to 0.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Raymond Avenue Elementary School's student population of 457 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
457 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Students are College Bound and Career Ready
School Rankings
Raymond 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 Raymond Avenue Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#6542 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
72%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Raymond Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Raymond Avenue Elementary School is ranked #6542 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Raymond Avenue Elementary School?
457 students attend Raymond Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Raymond Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Raymond Avenue Elementary School?
Raymond Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Raymond Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Raymond Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Raymond Avenue Elementary School part of?
Raymond Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Raymond Avenue Elementary School located?
Raymond 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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