Very Good
#1755 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 18% in state
Bryson Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
4470 Missouri Ave., South Gate, CA 90280
Enrollment
737
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
737
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,755 of 9,539
In South Gate
#6 of 25
public schools
In district
#185 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Bryson Avenue Elementary
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About Bryson Avenue Elementary
Bryson Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in South Gate, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Bryson Avenue Elementary serves approximately 737 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Bryson Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,755 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Bryson Avenue Elementary show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Bryson Avenue Elementary runs 23.8:1 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.
35% of students at Bryson Avenue 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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Bryson Avenue Elementary — Students at Bryson Avenue Elementary score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.5%
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: 7.9/10.
How Bryson Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Bryson Avenue 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
4470 Missouri Ave., South Gate, CA 90280
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bryson Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Victoria Avenue Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Aspire Firestone Academy Charter (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Oakland), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Washington Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Lynwood), with a comparable rating. For more schools in South Gate, see our South Gate schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90280 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,379
Median Home Value
$608,500
Median Rent
$1,471/mo
Population
91,719
College Educated
11.5%
Homeownership
44.4%
Avg Commute
32.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
35.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bryson Avenue Elementary
What grades does Bryson Avenue Elementary serve?
Bryson Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Bryson Avenue Elementary?
Bryson Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 737 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bryson Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bryson Avenue Elementary is 23.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bryson Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Bryson Avenue Elementary ranks #1,755 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Bryson Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Bryson Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Bryson Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bryson Avenue Elementary has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bryson Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Bryson Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bryson Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Bryson Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bryson Avenue Elementary?
85.5% of students at Bryson Avenue 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
- 737
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.9%
- Phone
- (323) 569-7141
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #185 of 769
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