Average
#6755 of 9,539 schools in CA
Arlington Heights Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1717 Seventh Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90019
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,755 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#460 of 563
public schools
In district
#661 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Arlington Heights Elementary
Arlington Heights Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Arlington Heights Elementary serves approximately 293 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Arlington Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,755 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Arlington Heights Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Arlington Heights Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Arlington Heights Elementary — Students at Arlington Heights Elementary score 23% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.0/10.
How Arlington Heights Elementary Compares
See how Arlington Heights Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1717 Seventh Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90019
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Arlington Heights Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Global Education Academy 2 (rated 9.5/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is Queen Anne Place Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sixth Avenue Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90019 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,395
Median Home Value
$1,178,100
Median Rent
$1,782/mo
Population
59,288
College Educated
39.1%
Homeownership
23.9%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
17.8%
Median Age
39.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Arlington Heights Elementary
What grades does Arlington Heights Elementary serve?
Arlington Heights Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Arlington Heights Elementary?
Arlington Heights Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 293 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Arlington Heights Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Arlington Heights Elementary is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Arlington Heights Elementary rank in CA?
Arlington Heights Elementary ranks #6,755 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Arlington Heights Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Arlington Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Arlington Heights Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Arlington Heights Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Arlington Heights Elementary a charter school?
No, Arlington Heights Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Arlington Heights Elementary a Title I school?
No, Arlington Heights Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Arlington Heights Elementary?
95.9% of students at Arlington Heights Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 293
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.9%
- Phone
- (323) 735-1021
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #661 of 769
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