Serving 271 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Walgrove 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 40-44% (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.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walgrove Avenue Elementary serves the southwest part of Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walgrove Avenue Elementary School's student population of 271 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
271 students
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walgrove 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 Walgrove Avenue Elementary School is 0.74, which is more 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
#4742 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
32%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
7%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
29%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
28%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Walgrove Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Walgrove Avenue Elementary School is ranked #4742 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Walgrove Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Walgrove Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beethoven Street 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Walgrove Avenue Elementary School?
271 students attend Walgrove Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Walgrove Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 28% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walgrove Avenue Elementary School?
Walgrove Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Walgrove Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Walgrove Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Walgrove Avenue Elementary School part of?
Walgrove Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Walgrove Avenue Elementary School located?
Walgrove Avenue Elementary School is located in the Mar Vista neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Mar Vista.
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