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#2530 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 27% in state

Brooklyn Avenue

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

4620 Cesar Chavez Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90022

Enrollment

505

Student-Teacher

19.4:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#2,530 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#208 of 563

public schools

In district

#260 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Brooklyn Avenue

7.5/10

Elementary School in Los Angeles · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Alfonso B. Perez Special Education Center

4.4/10

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8.9/10

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About Brooklyn Avenue

Brooklyn Avenue is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Brooklyn Avenue serves approximately 505 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Brooklyn Avenue has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,530 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Brooklyn Avenue show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.8% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.3% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-6.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.5 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+18.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism19.6%

Brooklyn Avenue — Students at Brooklyn Avenue score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

87.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 49.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
36.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 52.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
64%
ELA
53%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
54%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
56%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
27.5%
ELA
42.8%
2024
Math
38.7%
ELA
48.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.

How Brooklyn Avenue Compares

See how Brooklyn Avenue performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
74th percentile in CA
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
88%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

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. Robert Hill Lane Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Monterey Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Morris K. Hamasaki Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Humphreys Avenue Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Alfonso B. Perez Special Education Center Los Angeles 0.1 mi 4.4
Animo Ellen Ochoa Charter Middle Los Angeles 0.3 mi 8.9
Ednovate - Esperanza College Prep East Los Angeles 0.3 mi 8.7
Hilda L. Solis Lrng Acad Sch of Tech Business and Ed Los Angeles 0.3 mi 5.2
KIPP Iluminar Academy Los Angeles 0.3 mi 4.2
KIPP Sol Academy Los Angeles 0.3 mi 2.8
Morris K. Hamasaki Elementary Los Angeles 0.4 mi 8.6
SIATech Academy South Los Angeles 0.5 mi 4.3
E. Los Angeles Renaiss Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #2 Los Angeles 0.5 mi 7.2
Humanitas Acad of Art and Tech at Esteban E. Torres High #4 Los Angeles 0.5 mi 7.2
Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5 Los Angeles 0.5 mi 9.0
Esteban Torres East LA Performing Arts Magnet Los Angeles 0.5 mi 7.7
Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3 Los Angeles 0.5 mi 6.3
Marianna Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.6 mi 7.8
Griffith Middle Los Angeles 0.7 mi 8.2
Humphreys Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 8.4
OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE SCHOOL - LA Los Angeles 0.7 mi 4.0
Arts In Action Community Charter Los Angeles 0.9 mi 6.6
Monterey Continuation Los Angeles 0.9 mi 6.0
Robert Hill Lane Elementary Monterey Park 0.8 mi 9.2

Neighborhood 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

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Blanche Sprentz Elementary Folsom, CA 7.5
Brandon Elementary Goleta, CA 7.5

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 ranks #2,530 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Brooklyn Avenue's MySchoolScout rating?

Brooklyn Avenue has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Brooklyn Avenue?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brooklyn Avenue has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

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

Walk Score
81 Very Walkable
Transit Score
65 Good Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.6%

District

Los Angeles Unified
District Enrollment
419,929
Schools in District
785
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,687
District Rank
#260 of 769

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