Below Average
#7961 of 9,539 schools in CA
Avalon K-12
School · Long Beach Unified
PO Box 557, Avalon, CA 90704
Enrollment
453
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
453
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,961 of 9,539
In district
#75 of 82
Long Beach Unified
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Avalon K-12
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About Avalon K-12
Avalon K-12 is a public school in Avalon, CA, part of Long Beach Unified. Avalon K-12 serves approximately 453 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Avalon K-12 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,961 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Avalon K-12 show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Avalon K-12 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 K-12 — Students at Avalon K-12 score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 44 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.0/10.
How Avalon K-12 Compares
See how Avalon K-12 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
PO Box 557, Avalon, CA 90704
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Avalon K-12 may also want to explore other schools in the area. Point Fermin Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 26.1 miles away, in nearby San Pedro), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mira Catalina Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 27.7 miles away, in nearby Rancho Palos Verdes), which scores notably higher. Additionally, San Pedro Senior High (rated 8.2/10, 27.1 miles away, in nearby San Pedro), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Avalon, see our Avalon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 28.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,644
Median Home Value
$902,800
Median Rent
$2,076/mo
Population
3,764
College Educated
19.9%
Homeownership
33.3%
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
37.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Avalon K-12
What grades does Avalon K-12 serve?
Avalon K-12 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Avalon K-12?
Avalon K-12 has an enrollment of approximately 453 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Avalon K-12?
The student-teacher ratio at Avalon K-12 is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Avalon K-12 rank in CA?
Avalon K-12 ranks #7,961 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Avalon K-12's MySchoolScout rating?
Avalon K-12 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 K-12?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Avalon K-12 has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Avalon K-12 a charter school?
No, Avalon K-12 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Avalon K-12 a Title I school?
No, Avalon K-12 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Avalon K-12?
59.8% of students at Avalon K-12 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 453
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.9%
- Phone
- (310) 510-0790
- 4-Year Graduation
- 84.5%
Resources & Links
District
Long Beach Unified- District Enrollment
- 63,966
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,539
- District Rank
- #75 of 82
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