Serving 189 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Van Ness Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 189 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Van Ness Avenue Elementary serves the northeast part of Los Angeles, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in 5-10 minutes, with the farthest edge being about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Van Ness Avenue Elementary School's student population of 189 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
189 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1916
School Calendar
School Rankings
Van Ness Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Ness Avenue Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#3542 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
76%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
8%
20%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Ness Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Van Ness Avenue Elementary School is ranked #3542 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Van Ness Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Van Ness Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles H. Kim Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Van Ness Avenue Elementary School?
189 students attend Van Ness Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Van Ness Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Van Ness Avenue Elementary School?
Van Ness Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Van Ness Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Van Ness Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Van Ness Avenue Elementary School part of?
Van Ness Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Van Ness Avenue Elementary School located?
Van Ness Avenue Elementary School is located in the Larchmont neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
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