Excellent
#495 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 5% in state
Canfield Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
9233 Airdrome St., Los Angeles, CA 90035
Enrollment
296
Student-Teacher
21.1:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
296
Student-Teacher
21.1:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#495 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#55 of 563
public schools
In district
#63 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Canfield Avenue Elementary
Canfield Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Canfield Avenue Elementary serves approximately 296 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Canfield Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #495 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Canfield Avenue Elementary show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Canfield Avenue Elementary runs 21.1:1 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.
33% of students at Canfield 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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Canfield Avenue Elementary — Students at Canfield Avenue Elementary score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.6%
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: 8.5/10.
How Canfield Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Canfield 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
9233 Airdrome St., Los Angeles, CA 90035
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Canfield Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Castle Heights Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HARKHAM HILLEL HEBREW ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Beverly Hills), a more accessible option. Additionally, Shenandoah Street Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| YULA High School - YULA Girls Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | — |
| YULA GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Bais Chaya Mushka School of Los Angeles Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | — |
| BAIS CHAYA MUSHKA Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Intiwasi Elementary Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | — |
| CHOFETZ CHAIM LOS ANGELES Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Chabad Israeli Center, Inc Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | — |
| Chabad GAON Academy Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | — |
| HARKHAM HILLEL HEBREW ACADEMY Beverly Hills | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Harkham Hillel Hebrew Academy Beverly Hills | 0.6 mi | — |
| HARKHAM-GAON ACADEMY Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| HARKHAM-GAON ACADEMY Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| BAIS YAAKOV MACHON Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| YESHIVA UNIVERSITY OF LOS ANGELES YULU BOYS Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| YULA High School- Boys School Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | — |
| Shenandoah Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Castle Heights Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Beverly Vista Middle Beverly Hills | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Cheder Menachem Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | — |
| Cheviot Hills Continuation Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90035 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,224
Median Home Value
$1,844,000
Median Rent
$2,486/mo
Population
27,851
College Educated
68%
Homeownership
30.6%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
36.7
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| Coastal Grove Charter Arcata, CA | 8.8 |
Compare Canfield Avenue Elementary with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Canfield Avenue Elementary
What grades does Canfield Avenue Elementary serve?
Canfield Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Canfield Avenue Elementary?
Canfield Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 296 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Canfield Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Canfield Avenue Elementary is 21.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Canfield Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Canfield Avenue Elementary ranks #495 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Canfield Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Canfield Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Canfield Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Canfield Avenue Elementary has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Canfield Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Canfield Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Canfield Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Canfield Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Canfield Avenue Elementary?
48.6% of students at Canfield 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
- 296
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.4%
- Phone
- (310) 552-2525
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #63 of 769
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