Very Good
#2537 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 27% in state
La Salle Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
8715 La Salle Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90047
Enrollment
341
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
341
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,537 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#212 of 563
public schools
In district
#267 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About La Salle Avenue Elementary
La Salle Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. La Salle Avenue Elementary serves approximately 341 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. La Salle Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,537 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for La Salle Avenue Elementary show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 19% 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
66% of students at La Salle 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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La Salle Avenue Elementary — Students at La Salle Avenue Elementary score 25% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.2%
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: 9.1/10.
How La Salle Avenue Elementary Compares
See how La Salle 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
8715 La Salle Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90047
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering La Salle Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Raymond Avenue Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Danny J. Bakewell Sr. Primary Center (rated 6.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Ninety-Fifth Street Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90047 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,187
Median Home Value
$648,200
Median Rent
$1,492/mo
Population
50,925
College Educated
20.8%
Homeownership
54.4%
Avg Commute
34.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.9%
Median Age
38.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about La Salle Avenue Elementary
What grades does La Salle Avenue Elementary serve?
La Salle Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend La Salle Avenue Elementary?
La Salle Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 341 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at La Salle Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at La Salle Avenue Elementary is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does La Salle Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
La Salle Avenue Elementary ranks #2,537 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is La Salle Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
La Salle Avenue 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 La Salle Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, La Salle Avenue Elementary has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is La Salle Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, La Salle Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is La Salle Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, La Salle Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for La Salle Avenue Elementary?
96.2% of students at La Salle 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
- 341
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.3%
- Phone
- (323) 759-1161
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #267 of 769
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