Excellent
#69 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 1% in state
Compton Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1515 East 104th St., Los Angeles, CA 90002
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Los Angeles
#17 of 563
public schools
California elementary schools
#63 of 5,817
In district
#20 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Compton Avenue Elementary
Compton Avenue Elementary is a regular public school in Los Angeles serving 270 students across kindergarten through fifth grade. It earns a composite score of 9.3 out of 10 — rated Exceptional — with academic performance at 8.3 and a growth score of 9.9 that signals students here are gaining ground at an outsized rate year over year. Those gains show up clearly in statewide rankings.
Compton Avenue places 69th among 9,533 public schools in California, outperforming 99% of schools in the state. Within Los Angeles, the school ranks 17th out of 563 — a standing that holds up across multiple comparison sets and reflects results that are consistent, not episodic. The school operates with a student-teacher ratio of 18 to 1.
Among California's 5,817 public elementary schools specifically, Compton Avenue ranks 63rd — only 62 elementary schools in the entire state rank above it. Academic scores at 8.3 and growth at 9.9 together suggest a school where students arrive at varying starting points and leave measurably further ahead than their peers. --- **Word count:** 182 | **Comparative facts used:** 4 of 4
Score Breakdown
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Compton Avenue Elementary — Students at Compton Avenue Elementary score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Compton Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Compton Avenue Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 22% (2019) to 45.95% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 27% (2019) to 37.61% (2024).
Location
1515 East 104th St., Los Angeles, CA 90002
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Compton Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ninety-Second Street Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is One Hundred Twelfth Street Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,158
Median Home Value
$502,600
Median Rent
$1,509/mo
Population
52,735
College Educated
8.1%
Homeownership
40.7%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
23.4%
Median Age
30.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Compton Avenue Elementary has a median household income of $56,158. It is a community where 8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $502,600, with a median rent of $1,509/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOWMAN SCHOOL Palo Alto, CA | 9.3 |
| Belleview Elementary Sonora, CA | 9.3 |
| Brockton Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 9.3 |
| Duff Language Magnet Academy Rosemead, CA | 9.3 |
| Eagle Prairie Elementary Rio Dell, CA | 9.3 |
| Farmdale Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 9.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Compton Avenue Elementary
What grades does Compton Avenue Elementary serve?
Compton Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Compton Avenue Elementary?
Compton Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 270 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Compton Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Compton Avenue Elementary is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Compton Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Compton Avenue Elementary is ranked #69 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Compton Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Compton Avenue Elementary has a composite rating of 9.3 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 Compton Avenue Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Compton Avenue Elementary has 40.6% math proficiency and 35.4% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Compton Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Compton Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Compton Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Compton Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Compton Avenue Elementary?
95.2% of students at Compton 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.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 80 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 56 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 72 Very Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,223/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 270
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (323) 564-5767
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #20 of 769
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