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#6930 of 9,539 schools in CA
Avalon Gardens Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
13940 South San Pedro St., Los Angeles, CA 90061
Enrollment
171
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
171
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,930 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#467 of 563
public schools
In district
#674 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Avalon Gardens Elementary
Avalon Gardens Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Avalon Gardens Elementary serves approximately 171 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Avalon Gardens Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,930 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Avalon Gardens Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 171 students, Avalon Gardens Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
46% of students at Avalon Gardens 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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Avalon Gardens Elementary — Students at Avalon Gardens Elementary score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.0/10.
How Avalon Gardens Elementary Compares
See how Avalon Gardens 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
13940 South San Pedro St., Los Angeles, CA 90061
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Avalon Gardens Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McKinley Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Compton), which scores notably higher. Another option is One Hundred Thirty-Fifth Street Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Gardena), which scores notably higher. Additionally, One Hundred Twenty-Second Street Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90061 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,114
Median Home Value
$576,400
Median Rent
$1,498/mo
Population
28,478
College Educated
12.3%
Homeownership
36.9%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
24%
Median Age
32.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Avalon Gardens Elementary
What grades does Avalon Gardens Elementary serve?
Avalon Gardens Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Avalon Gardens Elementary?
Avalon Gardens Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 171 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Avalon Gardens Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Avalon Gardens Elementary is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Avalon Gardens Elementary rank in CA?
Avalon Gardens Elementary ranks #6,930 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Avalon Gardens Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Avalon Gardens Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Avalon Gardens Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Avalon Gardens Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Avalon Gardens Elementary a charter school?
No, Avalon Gardens Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Avalon Gardens Elementary a Title I school?
No, Avalon Gardens Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Avalon Gardens Elementary?
88.9% of students at Avalon Gardens 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 171
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.2%
- Phone
- (310) 532-8540
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #674 of 769
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