Serving 290 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Weigand 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 15-19% (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: 290 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Weigand Avenue Elementary serves the southeast part of Los Angeles, CA, within an attendance zone approximately 0.3 square miles in size. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Weigand Avenue Elementary School's student population of 290 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
290 students
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Weigand 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 Weigand Avenue Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#7689 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
91%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
8%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Weigand Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Weigand Avenue Elementary School is ranked #7689 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Weigand Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Weigand Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Weigand Avenue Elementary School?
290 students attend Weigand Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Weigand Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Weigand Avenue Elementary School?
Weigand Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Weigand Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Weigand Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Weigand Avenue Elementary School part of?
Weigand Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Weigand Avenue Elementary School located?
Weigand 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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