Very Good
#3296 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 35% in state
Magnolia Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1626 South Orchard Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90006
Enrollment
546
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
546
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,296 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#262 of 563
public schools
In district
#355 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Magnolia Avenue Elementary
Magnolia Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Magnolia Avenue Elementary serves approximately 546 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21:1 student-teacher ratio. Magnolia Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,296 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Magnolia Avenue Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Magnolia Avenue Elementary runs 21:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
34% of students at Magnolia 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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Magnolia Avenue Elementary — Students at Magnolia Avenue Elementary score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.8%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.
How Magnolia Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Magnolia 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
1626 South Orchard Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90006
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Magnolia Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Camino Nuevo Elementary #3 (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Equitas Academy 6 (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST AGNES SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90006 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,847
Median Home Value
$841,900
Median Rent
$1,396/mo
Population
55,192
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
10.1%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
24.4%
Median Age
36.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Magnolia Avenue Elementary
What grades does Magnolia Avenue Elementary serve?
Magnolia Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Magnolia Avenue Elementary?
Magnolia Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 546 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Magnolia Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Magnolia Avenue Elementary is 21:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Magnolia Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Magnolia Avenue Elementary ranks #3,296 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Magnolia Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Magnolia Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Magnolia Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Magnolia Avenue Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Magnolia Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Magnolia Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Magnolia Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Magnolia Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Magnolia Avenue Elementary?
99.8% of students at Magnolia 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 546
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.7%
- Phone
- (213) 748-6281
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #355 of 769
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