Excellent
#979 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 10% in state
Farmdale Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
2660 Ruth Swiggett Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90032
Enrollment
317
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
317
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#979 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#98 of 563
public schools
In district
#121 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Farmdale Elementary
Farmdale Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Farmdale Elementary serves approximately 317 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Farmdale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #979 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Farmdale Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Farmdale 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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Farmdale Elementary — Students at Farmdale Elementary score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.9%
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: 8.3/10.
How Farmdale Elementary Compares
See how Farmdale 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
2660 Ruth Swiggett Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90032
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Farmdale Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. City Terrace Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Glen Alta Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Multnomah Street Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,563
Median Home Value
$780,100
Median Rent
$1,571/mo
Population
43,724
College Educated
24.8%
Homeownership
51.8%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Median Age
37.5
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ashley Falls Elementary San Diego, CA | 8.4 |
| Braly Elementary Sunnyvale, CA | 8.4 |
| Buena Vista Elementary Carlsbad, CA | 8.4 |
| Carmel River Elementary Carmel, CA | 8.4 |
| Chualar Elementary Chualar, CA | 8.4 |
| Cresson Elementary Norwalk, CA | 8.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Farmdale Elementary
What grades does Farmdale Elementary serve?
Farmdale Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Farmdale Elementary?
Farmdale Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 317 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Farmdale Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Farmdale Elementary is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Farmdale Elementary rank in CA?
Farmdale Elementary ranks #979 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Farmdale Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Farmdale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Farmdale Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Farmdale Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Farmdale Elementary a charter school?
No, Farmdale Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Farmdale Elementary a Title I school?
No, Farmdale Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Farmdale Elementary?
84.9% of students at Farmdale 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
- 317
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.2%
- Phone
- (323) 222-6659
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #121 of 769
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