Very Good
#2534 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 27% in state
Garvanza Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
317 North Avenue 62, Los Angeles, CA 90042
Enrollment
248
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
248
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,534 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#210 of 563
public schools
In district
#264 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic performance
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Garvanza Elementary
Garvanza Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Garvanza Elementary serves approximately 248 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Garvanza Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,534 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Garvanza Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Garvanza Elementary runs 22.5:1 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.
38% of students at Garvanza 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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Garvanza Elementary — Students at Garvanza Elementary score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.6%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.
How Garvanza Elementary Compares
See how Garvanza 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
317 North Avenue 62, Los Angeles, CA 90042
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garvanza Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rockdale Visual & Performing Arts Magnet (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bushnell Way Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, San Pascual Elem Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math (STEAM) Magnet (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,401
Median Home Value
$940,600
Median Rent
$1,853/mo
Population
58,344
College Educated
40.4%
Homeownership
46.5%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
38.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garvanza Elementary
What grades does Garvanza Elementary serve?
Garvanza Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Garvanza Elementary?
Garvanza Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 248 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garvanza Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Garvanza Elementary is 22.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garvanza Elementary rank in CA?
Garvanza Elementary ranks #2,534 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Garvanza Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Garvanza Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Garvanza Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garvanza Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Garvanza Elementary a charter school?
No, Garvanza Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garvanza Elementary a Title I school?
No, Garvanza Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garvanza Elementary?
78.6% of students at Garvanza 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
- 248
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.9%
- Phone
- (323) 254-7328
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #264 of 769
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