Very Good
#2065 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 22% 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
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
172
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Los Angeles
#250 of 563
public schools
California elementary schools
#1,438 of 5,817
In district
#379 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.5 / 10
Exceptional
About Latona Avenue Elementary
Latona Avenue Elementary serves 172 students in kindergarten through sixth grade in Los Angeles, offering a close-knit learning environment with a student-teacher ratio of 17.2:1 and 10 full-time equivalent teachers. This regular public school has earned recognition as a solid performer, ranking in the 77th percentile statewide at #2235 out of 9566 California elementary schools. Academically, Latona Avenue shows steady progress with 44% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and 41% in mathematics.
The school's 7.3 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating reflects its commitment to student development and educational growth within the diverse Los Angeles community. The school serves families in the 90031 ZIP code area, where the median household income is $59,889 and median home values reach $689,000. This working-class neighborhood is home to 37,457 residents, with 23% holding bachelor's degrees or higher and an 18.1% poverty rate, creating a socioeconomically diverse student body.
Located on Berenice Avenue in this bustling large city setting, Latona Avenue Elementary provides neighborhood families with accessible elementary education in the heart of Los Angeles, where students benefit from both urban opportunities and a smaller school community atmosphere.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 172 students, Latona Avenue Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
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 12 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: 6.4/10.
How Latona Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Latona Avenue Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 42% (2019) to 43.04% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 52% (2019) to 42.86% (2024).
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 9.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bushnell Way Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Arroyo Seco Museum Science (rated 9.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Latona Avenue Elementary has a median household income of $62,119. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $758,500, with a median rent of $1,487/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.7%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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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 is ranked #2065 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Latona Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Latona Avenue Elementary has a composite rating of 7.6 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 Latona Avenue Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Latona Avenue Elementary has 41.4% math proficiency and 45.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
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Neighborhood Context
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
- Phone
- (323) 221-5148
- 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
- #379 of 769
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