Very Good
#3101 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 33% in state
Belvedere Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
3724 East First St., Los Angeles, CA 90063
Enrollment
559
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
559
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,101 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#249 of 563
public schools
In district
#331 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Belvedere Elementary
Belvedere Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Belvedere Elementary serves approximately 559 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Belvedere Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,101 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Belvedere Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Belvedere Elementary runs 22.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
32% of students at Belvedere 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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Belvedere Elementary — Students at Belvedere Elementary score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.7%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.
How Belvedere Elementary Compares
See how Belvedere 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
3724 East First St., Los Angeles, CA 90063
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Belvedere Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Marianna Avenue Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Amanecer Primary Center (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Malabar Street Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. 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 90063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,725
Median Home Value
$619,100
Median Rent
$1,489/mo
Population
50,536
College Educated
12.8%
Homeownership
38.1%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Median Age
34
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Belvedere Elementary
What grades does Belvedere Elementary serve?
Belvedere Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Belvedere Elementary?
Belvedere Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 559 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Belvedere Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Belvedere Elementary is 22.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Belvedere Elementary rank in CA?
Belvedere Elementary ranks #3,101 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Belvedere Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Belvedere Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Belvedere Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Belvedere Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Belvedere Elementary a charter school?
No, Belvedere Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Belvedere Elementary a Title I school?
No, Belvedere Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Belvedere Elementary?
97.7% of students at Belvedere 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
- 559
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.5%
- Phone
- (323) 269-0345
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #331 of 769
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