Excellent
#880 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 9% in state
Delevan Drive Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
4168 West Avenue 42, Los Angeles, CA 90065
Enrollment
480
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
480
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Los Angeles
#152 of 563
public schools
California elementary schools
#641 of 5,817
In district
#231 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
9.6 / 10
Exceptional
About Delevan Drive Elementary
Delevan Drive Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of the Los Angeles Unified. The school serves approximately 480 students in grades Kindergarten – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 20.9:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 90.8th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 67% proficiency in math, 29 points above the state average and 70% in reading/language arts, 24 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $92,903, where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Delevan Drive Elementary is 20.9:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Score Breakdown
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Delevan Drive Elementary — Students at Delevan Drive Elementary score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 12 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: 7.5/10.
How Delevan Drive Elementary Compares
See how Delevan Drive Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 72% (2019) to 68.12% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 68% (2019) to 70.93% (2024).
Location
4168 West Avenue 42, Los Angeles, CA 90065
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Delevan Drive Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eagle Rock Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Horace Mann Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Glendale), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Toland Way Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kids' World School Los Angeles | 0.2 mi | — |
| Toland Way Elementary Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| John Muir Elementary Glendale | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Fletcher Drive Elementary Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Eagle Rock Elementary Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music and Engr Magnet Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 9.2 |
| GLENDALE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Glendale | 1.2 mi | — |
| ISANA Octavia Academy Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| St. Dominic School Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | — |
| ST BERNARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Glendale High Glendale | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| ST DOMINIC ELEMENTARY Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Ribet Academy Los Angeles | 1.3 mi | — |
| RIBET ACADEMY Los Angeles | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Eagle Rock High Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 9.3 |
| Buchanan Street Elementary Los Angeles | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| John Marshall Elementary Glendale | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Horace Mann Elementary Glendale | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Alliance Leichtman-Levine FAM Foundation Env Sci High Los Angeles | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Renaissance Arts Academy Los Angeles | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90065 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,903
Median Home Value
$1,043,900
Median Rent
$1,774/mo
Population
45,075
College Educated
40.3%
Homeownership
46.9%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
13.8%
Median Age
39.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Delevan Drive Elementary has a median household income of $92,903. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,043,900, with a median rent of $1,774/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.8%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary La Crescenta, CA | 8.3 |
| Almond Elementary Los Altos, CA | 8.3 |
| Barton Hill Elementary San Pedro, CA | 8.3 |
| Baywood Elementary Los Osos, CA | 8.3 |
| Beethoven Street Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.3 |
| Blythe Street Elementary Reseda, CA | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Delevan Drive Elementary
What grades does Delevan Drive Elementary serve?
Delevan Drive Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Delevan Drive Elementary?
Delevan Drive Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 480 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Delevan Drive Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Delevan Drive Elementary is 20.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Delevan Drive Elementary rank in CA?
Delevan Drive Elementary is ranked #880 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Delevan Drive Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Delevan Drive Elementary has a composite rating of 8.3 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 Delevan Drive Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Delevan Drive Elementary has 67.4% math proficiency and 69.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Delevan Drive Elementary a charter school?
No, Delevan Drive Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Delevan Drive Elementary a Title I school?
No, Delevan Drive Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Delevan Drive Elementary?
42.5% of students at Delevan Drive 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
- 53 Somewhat Walkable
- Transit Score
- 38 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 33 Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,223/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 480
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (323) 255-0571
- 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
- #231 of 769
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