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#3931 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 41% in state
Denker Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1620 West 162nd St., Gardena, CA 90247
Enrollment
668
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
668
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,931 of 9,539
In Gardena
#6 of 16
public schools
In district
#413 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Denker Avenue Elementary
Denker Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Gardena, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Denker Avenue Elementary serves approximately 668 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Denker Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,931 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Denker Avenue Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Denker Avenue Elementary runs 20.2:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Denker Avenue Elementary — Students at Denker Avenue Elementary score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 5.3/10.
How Denker Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Denker 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
1620 West 162nd St., Gardena, CA 90247
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Denker Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Torrance), which scores notably higher. Another option is Arlington Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Torrance), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chapman Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gardena, see our Gardena schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIPP Generations Academy Gardena | 0.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Robert E. Peary Middle Gardena | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| One Hundred Fifty-Third Street Elementary Gardena | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| St. Anthony of Padua Gardena | 0.7 mi | — |
| One Hundred Fifty-Sixth Street Elementary Gardena | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Chapman Elementary Gardena | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena Gardena | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Lincoln Elementary Torrance | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| JUNIPERO SERRA HIGH SCHOOL Gardena | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Amestoy Elementary Gardena | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Pacific Lutheran Jr./Sr. High School Gardena | 1.2 mi | — |
| Gardena Elementary Gardena | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| New Millennium Secondary Gardena | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Gardena Senior High Gardena | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Casimir Middle Torrance | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Arlington Elementary Torrance | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Moneta Continuation Gardena | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| LIMAI ACADEMY Gardena | 1.2 mi | — |
| Environmental Charter High - Gardena Gardena | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| One Hundred Eighty-Sixth Street Elementary Gardena | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90247 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,851
Median Home Value
$640,500
Median Rent
$1,751/mo
Population
47,303
College Educated
26.8%
Homeownership
40.7%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Median Age
37.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Denker Avenue Elementary
What grades does Denker Avenue Elementary serve?
Denker Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Denker Avenue Elementary?
Denker Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 668 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Denker Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Denker Avenue Elementary is 20.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Denker Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Denker Avenue Elementary ranks #3,931 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Denker Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Denker Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Denker Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Denker Avenue Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Denker Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Denker Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Denker Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Denker Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Denker Avenue Elementary?
79.0% of students at Denker 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
- 668
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.9%
- Phone
- (310) 327-9420
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #413 of 769
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