Serving 313 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sixth 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 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sixth Avenue Elementary serves the eastern part of Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sixth Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Sixth Avenue Elementary School's student population of 313 students has declined by 23% 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
313 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to the home of the Eagles!
School Rankings
Sixth 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 Sixth Avenue Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#6250 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
79%
56%
Black
14%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sixth Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Sixth Avenue Elementary School is ranked #6250 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sixth Avenue Elementary School?
313 students attend Sixth Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Sixth Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sixth Avenue Elementary School?
Sixth Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sixth Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Sixth Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sixth Avenue Elementary School part of?
Sixth Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Sixth Avenue Elementary School located?
Sixth 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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