Excellent
#1031 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 11% in state
Leapwood Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
19302 Leapwood Ave., Carson, CA 90746
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Carson
#11 of 23
public schools
California elementary schools
#743 of 5,817
In district
#256 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Exceptional
About Leapwood Avenue Elementary
Leapwood Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Carson, CA, part of the Los Angeles Unified. The school serves approximately 215 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 17.9:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 89.2th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 29% proficiency in math, 10 points below the state average and 30% in reading/language arts, 15 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.4/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $113,545, where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a small city setting.
Score Breakdown
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Leapwood Avenue Elementary — Students at Leapwood Avenue Elementary score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.3%
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: 9.4/10.
How Leapwood Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Leapwood Avenue Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 17% (2019) to 31.52% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 32% (2019) to 29.67% (2024).
Location
19302 Leapwood Ave., Carson, CA 90746
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Leapwood Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Annalee Avenue Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Del Amo Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Bonita Street Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Carson, see our Carson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Towne Avenue Elementary Carson | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| California Academy of Mathematics and Science Carson | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Annalee Avenue Elementary Carson | 0.5 mi | 9.4 |
| Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle Carson | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Virtual Academy of the Arts & Entertainment Carson | 0.7 mi | — |
| Magnolia Science Academy 3 Carson | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Jennifer Kelley Gardena | 1.2 mi | — |
| CARSON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Carson | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Broadacres Avenue Elementary Visual & Performing Arts Magnet Carson | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Ambler Avenue Elementary Carson | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Andrew Carnegie Middle Carson | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Bethel Baptist Christian School Carson | 1.8 mi | — |
| BETHEL BAPTIST SCHOOL Carson | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Carson Street Elementary Carson | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Bonita Street Elementary Carson | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Ralph Bunche Elementary Carson | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Del Amo Elementary Carson | 1.9 mi | 8.9 |
| St. Philomena Elementary Carson | 2.0 mi | — |
| Walton Middle Compton | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Van Deene Avenue Elementary Torrance | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90746 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,545
Median Home Value
$682,000
Median Rent
$2,713/mo
Population
27,465
College Educated
34.6%
Homeownership
84.5%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
44.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Leapwood Avenue Elementary has a median household income of $113,545. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $682,000, with a median rent of $2,713/month. The local poverty rate of 9.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| ADDA CLEVENGER SCHOOL San Francisco, CA | 8.2 |
| ALL SAINTS' EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Carmel, CA | 8.2 |
| ALTA VISTA SCHOOL San Francisco, CA | 8.2 |
| Anaheim Elementary Online Academy Anaheim, CA | 8.2 |
| Aspen Elementary Thousand Oaks, CA | 8.2 |
| BERKELEY HALL SCHOOL Los Angeles, CA | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Leapwood Avenue Elementary
What grades does Leapwood Avenue Elementary serve?
Leapwood Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Leapwood Avenue Elementary?
Leapwood Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 215 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Leapwood Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Leapwood Avenue Elementary is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Leapwood Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Leapwood Avenue Elementary is ranked #1031 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Leapwood Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Leapwood Avenue Elementary has a composite rating of 8.2 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 Leapwood Avenue Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Leapwood Avenue Elementary has 29.0% math proficiency and 29.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Leapwood Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Leapwood Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Leapwood Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Leapwood Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Leapwood Avenue Elementary?
69.3% of students at Leapwood 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
- 215
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 327-8245
- 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
- #256 of 769
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