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#3933 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 41% in state

Lockwood Avenue Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

4345 Lockwood Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90029

Enrollment

314

Student-Teacher

19.6:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#3,933 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#301 of 563

public schools

In district

#415 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Lockwood Avenue Elementary

6.8/10

Elementary School in Los Angeles · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lockwood Avenue Elementary

Lockwood Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Lockwood Avenue Elementary serves approximately 314 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lockwood Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,933 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Lockwood Avenue Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.6% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-21.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.2 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+10.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism28.7%

Lockwood Avenue Elementary — Students at Lockwood Avenue Elementary score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

97.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 32.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
38.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 36.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.4% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
57%
ELA
43%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
44%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
50%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
46%
2013
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
26%
2015
Math
23%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
22.3%
ELA
34.7%
2024
Math
24.2%
ELA
34.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.8/10.

How Lockwood Avenue Elementary Compares

See how Lockwood Avenue Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
59th percentile in CA
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
98%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4345 Lockwood Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90029

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lockwood Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Everest Value (rated 9.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Micheltorena Street Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dr. Sammy Lee Medical and Health Science Magnet Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Lexington Avenue Primary Center Los Angeles 0.3 mi 8.0
BLIND CHILDREN'S CENTER Los Angeles 0.4 mi
The Best Start Preparatory Academy Los Angeles 0.3 mi
Dayton Heights Elementary Los Angeles 0.5 mi 8.0
Immaculate Heart of Mary Elementary Los Angeles 0.5 mi
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.5 mi 5.7
Thomas Starr King Middle School Film and Media Magnet Los Angeles 0.7 mi 8.9
Ramona Elementary Los Angeles 0.6 mi 5.0
Camino Nuevo High #2 Los Angeles 0.9 mi 8.2
Everest Value Los Angeles 0.9 mi 9.3
Micheltorena Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 9.3
Central City Value Los Angeles 1.0 mi 7.9
Los Feliz Science/Tech/Engineer/Math/Medicine Magnet Los Angeles 1.0 mi 8.8
Kingsley Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 6.5
Rose and Alex Pilibos Armenian School Los Angeles 0.9 mi
ROSE & ALEX PILIBOS ARMENIAN SCHOOL Los Angeles 1.0 mi 5.4
Alexandria Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 1.0 mi 8.5
Dr. Sammy Lee Medical and Health Science Magnet Elementary Los Angeles 1.1 mi 9.1
Virgil Middle Los Angeles 1.1 mi 8.6
Frank del Olmo Elementary Los Angeles 1.1 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90029 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,793

Median Home Value

$1,066,200

Median Rent

$1,644/mo

Population

33,830

College Educated

36.3%

Homeownership

11.2%

Avg Commute

36 min

Poverty Rate

23.1%

Median Age

37.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lockwood Avenue Elementary

What grades does Lockwood Avenue Elementary serve?

Lockwood Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Lockwood Avenue Elementary?

Lockwood Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 314 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lockwood Avenue Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lockwood Avenue Elementary is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lockwood Avenue Elementary rank in CA?

Lockwood Avenue Elementary ranks #3,933 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Lockwood Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lockwood Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Lockwood Avenue Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lockwood Avenue Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Lockwood Avenue Elementary a charter school?

No, Lockwood Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lockwood Avenue Elementary a Title I school?

No, Lockwood Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lockwood Avenue Elementary?

97.5% of students at Lockwood 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

Walk Score
92 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
70 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
82 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
314
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
97.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.7%

District

Los Angeles Unified
District Enrollment
419,929
Schools in District
785
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,687
District Rank
#415 of 769

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