Excellent
#382 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 4% in state
Latona Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
4312 Berenice Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90031
Enrollment
172
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
172
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#382 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#46 of 563
public schools
In district
#54 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Latona Avenue Elementary
Latona Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Latona Avenue Elementary serves approximately 172 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Latona Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #382 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Latona Avenue Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 172 students, Latona Avenue Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
36% of students at Latona 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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Latona Avenue Elementary — Students at Latona Avenue Elementary score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 9.2/10.
How Latona Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Latona 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
4312 Berenice Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90031
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Latona Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Glen Alta Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Bushnell Way Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Mt. Washington Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,119
Median Home Value
$758,500
Median Rent
$1,487/mo
Population
36,881
College Educated
24.2%
Homeownership
31.4%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
38.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Latona Avenue Elementary
What grades does Latona Avenue Elementary serve?
Latona Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Latona Avenue Elementary?
Latona Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 172 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Latona Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Latona Avenue Elementary is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Latona Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Latona Avenue Elementary ranks #382 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Latona Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Latona Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Latona Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Latona Avenue Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Latona Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Latona Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Latona Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Latona Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Latona Avenue Elementary?
89.5% of students at Latona 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 172
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.0%
- Phone
- (323) 221-5148
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #54 of 769
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