Average
#7117 of 9,539 schools in CA
Budlong Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
5940 South Budlong Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90044
Enrollment
645
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
645
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,117 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#481 of 563
public schools
In district
#690 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Budlong Avenue Elementary
Budlong Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Budlong Avenue Elementary serves approximately 645 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Budlong Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,117 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Budlong Avenue Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at Budlong 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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Budlong Avenue Elementary — Students at Budlong Avenue Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.5%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.3/10.
How Budlong Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Budlong 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
5940 South Budlong Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90044
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Budlong Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr. James Edward Jones Primary Center (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gil Garcetti Learning Academy (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ICEF Innovation Los Angeles Charter (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90044 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,433
Median Home Value
$588,200
Median Rent
$1,427/mo
Population
95,859
College Educated
11.1%
Homeownership
31.3%
Avg Commute
34.4 min
Poverty Rate
26.6%
Median Age
32
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Budlong Avenue Elementary
What grades does Budlong Avenue Elementary serve?
Budlong Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Budlong Avenue Elementary?
Budlong Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 645 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Budlong Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Budlong Avenue Elementary is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Budlong Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Budlong Avenue Elementary ranks #7,117 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Budlong Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Budlong Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Budlong Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Budlong Avenue Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Budlong Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Budlong Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Budlong Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Budlong Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Budlong Avenue Elementary?
93.5% of students at Budlong 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
- 645
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.2%
- Phone
- (323) 750-6955
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #690 of 769
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