Below Average
#8335 of 9,539 schools in CA
Hawaiian Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
540 Hawaiian Ave., Wilmington, CA 90744
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,335 of 9,539
In Wilmington
#11 of 12
public schools
In district
#755 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Hawaiian Avenue Elementary
Hawaiian Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Wilmington, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Hawaiian Avenue Elementary serves approximately 479 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Hawaiian Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #8,335 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Hawaiian Avenue Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Hawaiian Avenue Elementary runs 21.8:1 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 Hawaiian 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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Hawaiian Avenue Elementary — Students at Hawaiian Avenue Elementary score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.5%
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: 1.9/10.
How Hawaiian Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Hawaiian 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
540 Hawaiian Ave., Wilmington, CA 90744
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hawaiian Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Harry Bridges Span (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Scholarship Prep - South Bay (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Taper Avenue Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby San Pedro), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 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 Hawaiian Avenue Elementary
What grades does Hawaiian Avenue Elementary serve?
Hawaiian Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Hawaiian Avenue Elementary?
Hawaiian Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 479 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hawaiian Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Hawaiian Avenue Elementary is 21.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hawaiian Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Hawaiian Avenue Elementary ranks #8,335 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Hawaiian Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Hawaiian Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Hawaiian Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hawaiian Avenue Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hawaiian Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Hawaiian Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hawaiian Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Hawaiian Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hawaiian Avenue Elementary?
96.5% of students at Hawaiian 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
- 479
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.4%
- Phone
- (310) 830-1151
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #755 of 769
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