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Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
8821 Villanova Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90045
Enrollment
176
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
176
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,269 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#487 of 563
public schools
In district
#702 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
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Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet
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About Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet
Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet serves approximately 176 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,269 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 176 students, Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet 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.
60% of students at Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet 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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Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet — Students at Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.2%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.6/10.
How Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet Compares
See how Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet 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
8821 Villanova Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90045
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kentwood Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cowan Avenue Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WISH Community (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Anastasia Elementary Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | — |
| ST ANASTASIA CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Katherine Johnson STEM Academy Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| WISH Academy High Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| WESM Health/Sports Medicine Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Playa Vista Elementary Playa Vista | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| ST BERNARD HIGH SCHOOL Playa Del Rey | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Paseo del Rey Fundamental Playa Del Rey | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| VISITATION SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Visitation Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | — |
| Kentwood Elementary Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| WISH Community Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| WESTSIDE NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Westside Neighborhood School Los Angeles | 1.4 mi | — |
| Argo Navis School Los Angeles | 1.4 mi | — |
| Orville Wright Engineering and Design Magnet Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Cowan Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Playa del Rey Elementary Culver City | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| WESTCHESTER LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Ocean Charter Los Angeles | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90045 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,577
Median Home Value
$1,322,700
Median Rent
$2,909/mo
Population
42,352
College Educated
64%
Homeownership
47.1%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
36.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet
What grades does Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet serve?
Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet?
Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet has an enrollment of approximately 176 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet?
The student-teacher ratio at Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet 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 Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet rank in CA?
Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet ranks #7,269 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet's MySchoolScout rating?
Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet a charter school?
No, Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet a Title I school?
No, Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet?
72.2% of students at Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 176
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.7%
- Phone
- (310) 670-0480
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #702 of 769
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