Average
#6033 of 9,533 schools in CA
Brooklyn Avenue
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
4620 Cesar Chavez Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90022
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Los Angeles
#467 of 563
public schools
California elementary schools
#3,617 of 5,817
In district
#680 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.0 / 10
Exceptional
About Brooklyn Avenue
Brooklyn Avenue elementary school serves 505 students from kindergarten through eighth grade in Los Angeles, California. With 26 full-time teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19.4 to 1, providing a manageable classroom environment for personalized attention. The school demonstrates solid academic performance with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks in the 75th percentile statewide, placing it at #2357 among California's 9566 schools.
Students show stronger performance in English Language Arts, with 49% achieving proficiency or above, while mathematics scores indicate room for growth with 39% of students meeting proficiency standards. Brooklyn Avenue serves a diverse working-class community in the 90022 ZIP code, where the median household income is $65,142 and median home values reach $574,300. The neighborhood has a 16.6% poverty rate, and while only 10% of residents hold bachelor's degrees, the community shows strong investment in education and family stability.
The school is situated in a large suburban area of Los Angeles County, providing students with access to urban resources while maintaining a more spacious educational environment than typical inner-city schools.
Score Breakdown
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Brooklyn Avenue — Students at Brooklyn Avenue score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 16 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: 3.0/10.
How Brooklyn Avenue Compares
See how Brooklyn Avenue performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 56% (2019) to 38.76% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 58% (2019) to 48.31% (2024).
Location
4620 Cesar Chavez Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90022
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brooklyn Avenue may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Morris K. Hamasaki Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Humphreys Avenue Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Robert Hill Lane Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Monterey Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90022 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,829
Median Home Value
$603,500
Median Rent
$1,407/mo
Population
61,638
College Educated
9.6%
Homeownership
33.1%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.3%
Median Age
34.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Brooklyn Avenue has a median household income of $67,829. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $603,500, with a median rent of $1,407/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.3%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Colton, CA | 5.8 |
| Alisal Elementary Pleasanton, CA | 5.8 |
| Alpine Elementary Littlerock, CA | 5.8 |
| Antelope Creek Elementary Rocklin, CA | 5.8 |
| BAIS CHAYA MUSHKA Los Angeles, CA | 5.8 |
| Belshaw Elementary Antioch, CA | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brooklyn Avenue
What grades does Brooklyn Avenue serve?
Brooklyn Avenue serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Brooklyn Avenue?
Brooklyn Avenue has an enrollment of approximately 505 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Avenue?
The student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Avenue is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brooklyn Avenue rank in CA?
Brooklyn Avenue is ranked #6033 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Brooklyn Avenue's MySchoolScout rating?
Brooklyn Avenue has a composite rating of 5.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Brooklyn Avenue?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Brooklyn Avenue has 40.9% math proficiency and 50.1% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Brooklyn Avenue a charter school?
No, Brooklyn Avenue is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brooklyn Avenue a Title I school?
No, Brooklyn Avenue is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brooklyn Avenue?
87.7% of students at Brooklyn Avenue qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,223/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Los Angeles). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 505
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (323) 269-8161
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #680 of 769
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Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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