Very Good
#2321 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 24% in state
Marvin Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
2411 Marvin Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90016
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,321 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#197 of 563
public schools
In district
#246 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Marvin Elementary
Marvin Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Marvin Elementary serves approximately 520 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Marvin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,321 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Marvin Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Marvin Elementary runs 20.8:1 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.
32% of students at Marvin 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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Marvin Elementary — Students at Marvin Elementary score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.7%
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: 6.6/10.
How Marvin Elementary Compares
See how Marvin 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
2411 Marvin Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90016
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Marvin Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stella Elementary Charter Academy (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ECHO HORIZON (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Culver City), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, New Los Angeles Charter Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Maor Academy Los Angeles | 0.1 mi | — |
| New Los Angeles Charter Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| CITY KIDS LA Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| CITY KIDS LA Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Cienega Elementary Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Los Angeles Center for Enriched Studies Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Stella Elementary Charter Academy Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Play Mountain Place Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | — |
| PLAY MOUNTAIN PLACE Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Saturn Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| New Los Angeles Charter Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Baldwin Hills Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Crescent Heights Boulevard Elementary Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| HOLY SPIRIT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Little Sprouts Language Immersion Preschool Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | — |
| ECHO HORIZON Culver City | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Echo Horizon School Culver City | 1.0 mi | — |
| CHEDER MENACHEM Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Cheder Menachem Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | — |
| TAYLOR TOT PLAYHOUSE Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,067
Median Home Value
$919,800
Median Rent
$1,729/mo
Population
46,102
College Educated
31.9%
Homeownership
35.4%
Avg Commute
33.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.5%
Median Age
35.9
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| Abram Agnew Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.6 |
| Agnes L. Smith Elementary Huntington Beach, CA | 7.6 |
| Alta Vista Elementary Los Gatos, CA | 7.6 |
| Anthony Spangler Elementary Milpitas, CA | 7.6 |
Compare Marvin Elementary with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareMarvin Elementary vs Sierra Vista ElementaryLos Angeles, CA Peer score 9.0/10 +1.4 vs Marvin Elementary
- CompareMarvin Elementary vs Third Street ElementaryLos Angeles, CA Peer score 9.3/10 +1.7 vs Marvin Elementary
- CompareMarvin Elementary vs Charles H. Kim ElementaryLos Angeles, CA Peer score 8.5/10 +0.9 vs Marvin Elementary
- CompareMarvin Elementary vs Multnomah Street ElementaryLos Angeles, CA Peer score 8.3/10 +0.7 vs Marvin Elementary
- CompareMarvin Elementary vs Morris K. Hamasaki ElementaryLos Angeles, CA Peer score 8.6/10 +1.0 vs Marvin Elementary
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Marvin Elementary
What grades does Marvin Elementary serve?
Marvin Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Marvin Elementary?
Marvin Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 520 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Marvin Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Marvin Elementary is 20.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Marvin Elementary rank in CA?
Marvin Elementary ranks #2,321 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Marvin Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Marvin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Marvin Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Marvin Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Marvin Elementary a charter school?
No, Marvin Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Marvin Elementary a Title I school?
No, Marvin Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Marvin Elementary?
91.7% of students at Marvin 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
- 520
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.1%
- Phone
- (323) 938-3608
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #246 of 769
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