Excellent
#1259 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 13% 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
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,259 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#114 of 563
public schools
In district
#137 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Compton Avenue Elementary
Compton Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Compton Avenue Elementary serves approximately 270 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Compton Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,259 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Compton Avenue Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
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: 21%).
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 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: 7.7/10.
How Compton Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Compton 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
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. Judith F. Baca Arts Academy (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is One Hundred Twelfth Street Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Ninety-Ninth Street Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 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
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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 ranks #1,259 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Compton Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Compton Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Compton Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Compton Avenue Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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.
Neighborhood Context
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.6%
- Phone
- (323) 564-5767
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #137 of 769
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