Very Good
#3322 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 35% in state
Gulf Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
828 West L St., Wilmington, CA 90744
Enrollment
665
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
665
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Wilmington
#5 of 12
public schools
California elementary schools
#2,179 of 5,817
In district
#496 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.6 / 10
Exceptional
About Gulf Avenue Elementary
Gulf Avenue Elementary is an elementary school located in Wilmington, California, within Los Angeles County. Situated at 828 West L St., the school serves kindergarten through fifth grade students with a total enrollment of 665 pupils and a student-teacher ratio of 20.8:1. The dedicated teaching staff consists of 32 full-time equivalent teachers.
Gulf Avenue Elementary has a MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10, placing it at the 58th percentile among California schools. In terms of academic performance, the school’s ELA/Reading proficiency rate is 34%, while in Math, 36% of students are proficient or above. These scores suggest that Gulf Avenue Elementary has room for growth and improvement in supporting its students academically.
Gulf Avenue Elementary stands as a vibrant community center within a large city setting, offering students the opportunity to engage with their neighborhood through various programs and activities.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Gulf Avenue Elementary is 20.8:1, 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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Gulf Avenue Elementary — Students at Gulf Avenue Elementary score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 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: 6.2/10.
How Gulf Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Gulf Avenue Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 38% (2019) to 36.16% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 40% (2019) to 33% (2024).
Location
828 West L St., Wilmington, CA 90744
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gulf Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wilmington Park Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Two Hundred Thirty-Second Place Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Carson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Normont Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Harbor City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90744 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,440
Median Home Value
$596,100
Median Rent
$1,426/mo
Population
53,678
College Educated
9.4%
Homeownership
35.8%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
19%
Median Age
32.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Gulf Avenue Elementary has a median household income of $61,440. It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $596,100, with a median rent of $1,426/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.0%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| Academy of Technology & Leadership at Saticoy Ventura, CA | 7.0 |
| Accelerated Charter Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 7.0 |
| American Indian Public Charter School II Oakland, CA | 7.0 |
| Annie R. Mitchell Visalia, CA | 7.0 |
| Arroyo Elementary Pomona, CA | 7.0 |
| Bear Valley Elementary Moreno Valley, CA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gulf Avenue Elementary
What grades does Gulf Avenue Elementary serve?
Gulf Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Gulf Avenue Elementary?
Gulf Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 665 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gulf Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Gulf Avenue Elementary is 20.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gulf Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Gulf Avenue Elementary is ranked #3322 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Gulf Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Gulf Avenue Elementary has a composite rating of 7.0 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 Gulf Avenue Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Gulf Avenue Elementary has 36.3% math proficiency and 34.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Gulf Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Gulf Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gulf Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Gulf Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gulf Avenue Elementary?
92.0% of students at Gulf 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.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 78 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 48 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 69 Bikeable
- County Safety
- Low (245/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 665
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 835-3157
- 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
- #496 of 769
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