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Maywood Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

5200 Cudahy Ave., Maywood, CA 90270

Enrollment

455

Student-Teacher

19.8:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,902 of 9,539

In Maywood

#5 of 7

public schools

In district

#517 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

Equity

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Maywood Elementary

6.3/10

Elementary School in Maywood · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Maywood Center for Enriched Studies

8.0/10

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5.9/10

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About Maywood Elementary

Maywood Elementary is a public elementary school in Maywood, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Maywood Elementary serves approximately 455 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Maywood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,902 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Maywood Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Maywood 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.8% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-4.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.7 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+26.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism33%

Maywood Elementary — Students at Maywood Elementary score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

96.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 51.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 53.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
78%
ELA
56%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
34%
ELA
45%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
53%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
37.3%
ELA
48.7%
2024
Math
41.1%
ELA
51.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.9/10.

How Maywood Elementary Compares

See how Maywood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
49th percentile in CA
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
97%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5200 Cudahy Ave., Maywood, CA 90270

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maywood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Loma Vista Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Heliotrope Avenue Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Martha Escutia Primary Center (rated 6.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Bell), which scores slightly higher. 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 8.0
Fishburn Avenue Elementary Maywood 0.4 mi 5.9
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 7.1
Maywood Academy High Maywood 0.8 mi 6.5
MAYWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Maywood 0.7 mi
KIPP Pueblo Unido Maywood 0.7 mi 5.7
Nueva Vista Elementary Bell 0.9 mi 6.3
Huntington Park Elementary Huntington Park 0.9 mi 6.5
Chester W. Nimitz Middle Huntington Park 0.9 mi 7.5
Aspire Antonio Maria Lugo Academy Oakland 1.0 mi 3.3
Loma Vista Elementary Maywood 0.9 mi 7.3
Woodlawn Avenue Elementary Bell 1.1 mi 5.7
Russell Westbrook Why Not? High Bell 1.1 mi 7.7
Bell Senior High Bell 1.4 mi 7.5
Martha Escutia Primary Center Bell 1.3 mi 6.9
ALHADI SCHOOL Bell 1.3 mi 6.0
Bandini Elementary City Of Commerce 1.3 mi 4.5
Magnolia Science Academy Bell Bell 1.4 mi 5.9

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

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Calwa Elementary Fresno, CA 6.3

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 ranks #4,902 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Maywood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Maywood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Maywood Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Maywood Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

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

Walk Score
83 Very Walkable
Bike Score
69 Bikeable

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.0%

District

Los Angeles Unified
District Enrollment
419,929
Schools in District
785
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,687
District Rank
#517 of 769

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