Serving 342 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Vermont 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 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Vermont Avenue Elementary serves the eastern part of its district in Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families in the attendance zone typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vermont Avenue Elementary School's student population of 342 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
342 students
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to Home of the Tigers!
School Rankings
Vermont 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 Vermont Avenue Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#7001 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
86%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
9%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
1%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vermont Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Vermont Avenue Elementary School is ranked #7001 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Vermont Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Vermont Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Los Angeles Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Vermont Avenue Elementary School?
342 students attend Vermont Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Vermont Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vermont Avenue Elementary School?
Vermont Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vermont Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Vermont Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Vermont Avenue Elementary School part of?
Vermont Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Vermont Avenue Elementary School located?
Vermont 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.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The school is terrible and some of the staff is very rude to parents. The school is primarily hispanic and most of the staff too. The African American parents are treated badly by some school staff when in the school office.
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