Excellent
#285 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 3% in state
Heliotrope Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
5911 Woodlawn Ave., Maywood, CA 90270
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Maywood
#1 of 7
public schools
California elementary schools
#224 of 5,817
In district
#100 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Exceptional
About Heliotrope Avenue Elementary
Heliotrope Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Maywood, CA, part of the Los Angeles Unified. The school serves approximately 487 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 19.5:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.9/10, placing it in the 97th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 37% proficiency in math, 3 points below the state average and 40% in reading/language arts, 6 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.3/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $61,753, where 8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Heliotrope Avenue Elementary — Students at Heliotrope Avenue Elementary score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.9%
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
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How Heliotrope Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Heliotrope Avenue Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
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Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 33% (2019) to 37.56% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 35% (2019) to 40.27% (2024).
Location
5911 Woodlawn Ave., Maywood, CA 90270
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heliotrope Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jaime Escalante Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Cudahy), with a very similar rating. Another option is Maywood Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Huntington Park Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Huntington Park), a more accessible option. For more schools in Maywood, see our Maywood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Maywood Center for Enriched Studies Maywood | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Woodlawn Avenue Elementary Bell | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| St. Rose of Lima Catholic Maywood | 0.6 mi | — |
| Maywood Elementary Maywood | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| ALHADI SCHOOL Bell | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| ST ROSE OF LIMA SCHOOL Maywood | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Nueva Vista Elementary Bell | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Maywood Academy High Maywood | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Fishburn Avenue Elementary Maywood | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Russell Westbrook Why Not? High Bell | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Bell Senior High Bell | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Ellen Ochoa Learning Center Cudahy | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Huntington Park Elementary Huntington Park | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Aspire Antonio Maria Lugo Academy Oakland | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| MAYWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Maywood | 1.2 mi | — |
| KIPP Pueblo Unido Maywood | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Chester W. Nimitz Middle Huntington Park | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Jaime Escalante Elementary Cudahy | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Bandini Elementary City of Commerce | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Martha Escutia Primary Center Bell | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90270 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,753
Median Home Value
$595,000
Median Rent
$1,469/mo
Population
24,522
College Educated
8.3%
Homeownership
30%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
18.4%
Median Age
32.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Heliotrope Avenue Elementary has a median household income of $61,753. It is a community where 8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $595,000, with a median rent of $1,469/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.4%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Buena Vista Arts-Integrated Montclair, CA | 8.9 |
| Christopher Dena Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.9 |
| Clover Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.9 |
| Cortada Elementary El Monte, CA | 8.9 |
| Dahlia Heights Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.9 |
| Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy Northridge, CA | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heliotrope Avenue Elementary
What grades does Heliotrope Avenue Elementary serve?
Heliotrope Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Heliotrope Avenue Elementary?
Heliotrope Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 487 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heliotrope Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Heliotrope Avenue Elementary is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Heliotrope Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Heliotrope Avenue Elementary is ranked #285 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Heliotrope Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Heliotrope Avenue Elementary has a composite rating of 8.9 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 Heliotrope Avenue Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Heliotrope Avenue Elementary has 36.8% math proficiency and 39.6% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Heliotrope Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Heliotrope Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Heliotrope Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Heliotrope Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Heliotrope Avenue Elementary?
94.9% of students at Heliotrope 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 487
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (323) 560-1230
- 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
- #100 of 769
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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