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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

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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.0Fair50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-2.64 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.8%
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.3%
Math vs. State Avg-6.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.5 pts
Overall Proficiency44%
Expected (poverty-adj.)25%
vs. Expected+18.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.0Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,030

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 40.9%
School
State
36.8%
ELA Proficiency 50.1%
School
State
45.8%

Based on 16 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
56%
ELA
58%
2024
Math
38.7%
ELA
48.9%

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.

Overall Score
5.8/10
37th percentile in CA
Academic
8.4/10
8.4/10
Growth
3.0/10
Below average
Environment
9.0/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
88%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers

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 mi
School Distance Rating
Alfonso B. Perez Special Education Center Los Angeles 0.1 mi 6.9
Animo Ellen Ochoa Charter Middle Los Angeles 0.3 mi 9.0
Ednovate - Esperanza College Prep East Los Angeles 0.3 mi 8.6
Hilda L. Solis Lrng Acad Sch of Tech Business and Ed Los Angeles 0.3 mi 6.3
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 9.4
SIATech Academy South Los Angeles 0.5 mi 5.8
E. Los Angeles Renaiss Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #2 Los Angeles 0.5 mi 7.5
Humanitas Acad of Art and Tech at Esteban E. Torres High #4 Los Angeles 0.5 mi 6.2
Soc Just Leadership Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #5 Los Angeles 0.5 mi 9.3
Esteban Torres East LA Performing Arts Magnet Los Angeles 0.5 mi 7.9
Engr and Tech Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #3 Los Angeles 0.5 mi 6.9
Marianna Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.6 mi 6.6
Griffith Middle Los Angeles 0.7 mi 7.8
Humphreys Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 8.2
OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE SCHOOL - LA Los Angeles 0.7 mi 4.0
Arts In Action Community Charter Los Angeles 0.9 mi 6.3
Monterey Continuation Los Angeles 0.9 mi 7.7
Robert Hill Lane Elementary Monterey Park 0.8 mi 8.2

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

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

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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