Excellent
#1046 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 11% in state
Maywood Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
5200 Cudahy Ave., Maywood, CA 90270
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Maywood
#3 of 7
public schools
California elementary schools
#757 of 5,817
In district
#271 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
9.0 / 10
Exceptional
About Maywood Elementary
Maywood Elementary is a public elementary school in Maywood, CA, part of the Los Angeles Unified. The school serves approximately 455 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 19.8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 89th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 42% proficiency in math, 2 points above the state average and 51% in reading/language arts, 6 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $61,753, where 8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Maywood Elementary — Students at Maywood Elementary score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 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: 7.7/10.
How Maywood Elementary Compares
See how Maywood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 44% (2019) to 40.78% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 51% (2019) to 51.49% (2024).
Location
5200 Cudahy Ave., Maywood, CA 90270
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maywood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Heliotrope Avenue Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Loma Vista Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Huntington Park Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Huntington Park), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Maywood, see our Maywood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Maywood Center for Enriched Studies Maywood | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Fishburn Avenue Elementary Maywood | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| St. Rose of Lima Catholic Maywood | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST ROSE OF LIMA SCHOOL Maywood | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Heliotrope Avenue Elementary Maywood | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Maywood Academy High Maywood | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| MAYWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Maywood | 0.7 mi | — |
| KIPP Pueblo Unido Maywood | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Nueva Vista Elementary Bell | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Huntington Park Elementary Huntington Park | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Chester W. Nimitz Middle Huntington Park | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Aspire Antonio Maria Lugo Academy Oakland | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Loma Vista Elementary Maywood | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Woodlawn Avenue Elementary Bell | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Russell Westbrook Why Not? High Bell | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Bell Senior High Bell | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Martha Escutia Primary Center Bell | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| ALHADI SCHOOL Bell | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Bandini Elementary City of Commerce | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Magnolia Science Academy Bell Bell | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90270 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,753
Median Home Value
$595,000
Median Rent
$1,469/mo
Population
24,522
College Educated
8.3%
Homeownership
30%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
18.4%
Median Age
32.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Maywood Elementary has a median household income of $61,753. It is a community where 8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $595,000, with a median rent of $1,469/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.4%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alta California Elementary Panorama City, CA | 8.2 |
| Alta Loma Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.2 |
| Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary Van Nuys, CA | 8.2 |
| Arbolita Elementary La Habra, CA | 8.2 |
| Aspen Elementary Thousand Oaks, CA | 8.2 |
| Bellingham Elementary North Hollywood, CA | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maywood Elementary
What grades does Maywood Elementary serve?
Maywood Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Maywood Elementary?
Maywood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 455 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maywood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Maywood Elementary is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Maywood Elementary rank in CA?
Maywood Elementary is ranked #1046 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Maywood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Maywood Elementary has a composite rating of 8.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Maywood Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Maywood Elementary has 41.7% math proficiency and 51.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Maywood Elementary a charter school?
No, Maywood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Maywood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Maywood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maywood Elementary?
96.5% of students at Maywood 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.
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Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 455
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (323) 890-2440
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #271 of 769
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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