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#5280 of 9,539 schools in CA
Gulf Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
828 West L St., Wilmington, CA 90744
Enrollment
665
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
665
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,280 of 9,539
In Wilmington
#8 of 12
public schools
In district
#545 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Gulf Avenue Elementary
Gulf Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Wilmington, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Gulf Avenue Elementary serves approximately 665 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Gulf Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,280 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Gulf Avenue Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Gulf Avenue Elementary runs 20.8:1 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.
32% of students at Gulf Avenue 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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Gulf Avenue Elementary — Students at Gulf Avenue Elementary score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
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 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: 4.4/10.
How Gulf Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Gulf 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
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. Catskill Avenue Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Carson), which scores notably higher. Another option is Two Hundred Thirty-Second Place Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Carson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Harry Bridges Span (rated 7.6/10, 0.6 miles away), 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
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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 ranks #5,280 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Gulf Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Gulf Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Gulf Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gulf Avenue Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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.
Neighborhood Context
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.3%
- Phone
- (310) 835-3157
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #545 of 769
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