Very Good
#1958 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 21% in state
Marianna Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
4215 East Gleason St., Los Angeles, CA 90063
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,958 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#162 of 563
public schools
In district
#202 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Marianna Avenue Elementary
Marianna Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Marianna Avenue Elementary serves approximately 286 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Marianna Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,958 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Marianna Avenue Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Marianna 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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Marianna Avenue Elementary — Students at Marianna Avenue Elementary score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.6%
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: 7.6/10.
How Marianna Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Marianna 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
4215 East Gleason St., Los Angeles, CA 90063
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Marianna Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Humphreys Avenue Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Brooklyn Avenue (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Belvedere Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,725
Median Home Value
$619,100
Median Rent
$1,489/mo
Population
50,536
College Educated
12.8%
Homeownership
38.1%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Median Age
34
Similar Schools
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| Addison Elementary Palo Alto, CA | 7.8 |
| Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary Van Nuys, CA | 7.8 |
| Biola-Pershing Elementary Fresno, CA | 7.8 |
| Center for Advanced Learning Los Angeles, CA | 7.8 |
| Coeur D'Alene Avenue Elementary Venice, CA | 7.8 |
| Eastbluff Elementary Costa Mesa, CA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Marianna Avenue Elementary
What grades does Marianna Avenue Elementary serve?
Marianna Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Marianna Avenue Elementary?
Marianna Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 286 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Marianna Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Marianna Avenue Elementary is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Marianna Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Marianna Avenue Elementary ranks #1,958 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Marianna Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Marianna Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Marianna Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Marianna Avenue Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Marianna Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Marianna Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Marianna Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Marianna Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Marianna Avenue Elementary?
90.6% of students at Marianna 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 286
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.3%
- Phone
- (323) 262-6382
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #202 of 769
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