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Manchester Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
661 West 87th St., Los Angeles, CA 90044
Enrollment
567
Student-Teacher
22.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
1st – 6th
Enrollment
567
Student-Teacher
22.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
1st – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,666 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#407 of 563
public schools
In district
#576 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
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About Manchester Avenue Elementary
Manchester Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Manchester Avenue Elementary serves approximately 567 students, and covers grades 1st-6th, and has a 22.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Manchester Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,666 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Manchester Avenue Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Manchester Avenue Elementary runs 22.7:1 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.
35% of students at Manchester 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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Manchester Avenue Elementary — Students at Manchester Avenue Elementary score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 5.4/10.
How Manchester Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Manchester 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
661 West 87th St., Los Angeles, CA 90044
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Manchester Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Danny J. Bakewell Sr. Primary Center (rated 6.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Loren Miller Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90044 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,433
Median Home Value
$588,200
Median Rent
$1,427/mo
Population
95,859
College Educated
11.1%
Homeownership
31.3%
Avg Commute
34.4 min
Poverty Rate
26.6%
Median Age
32
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| Antelope Elementary Red Bluff, CA | 5.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Manchester Avenue Elementary
What grades does Manchester Avenue Elementary serve?
Manchester Avenue Elementary serves students in grades 1st through 6th.
How many students attend Manchester Avenue Elementary?
Manchester Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 567 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Manchester Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Manchester Avenue Elementary is 22.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Manchester Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Manchester Avenue Elementary ranks #5,666 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Manchester Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Manchester Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Manchester Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Manchester Avenue Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Manchester Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Manchester Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Manchester Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Manchester Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Manchester Avenue Elementary?
97.5% of students at Manchester 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
- 1st – 6th
- Enrollment
- 567
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.1%
- Phone
- (323) 778-3472
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #576 of 769
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