Excellent
#1033 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 11% in state
Melrose Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
731 North Detroit St., Los Angeles, CA 90046
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Los Angeles
#165 of 563
public schools
California elementary schools
#745 of 5,817
In district
#258 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
9.7 / 10
Exceptional
About Melrose Avenue Elementary
Melrose Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of the Los Angeles Unified. The school serves approximately 450 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 25:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 89.2th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 70% proficiency in math, 31 points above the state average and 72% in reading/language arts, 27 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.1/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $94,259, where 63% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Melrose Avenue Elementary is 25:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Score Breakdown
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Melrose Avenue Elementary — Students at Melrose Avenue Elementary score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.6%
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: 8.1/10.
How Melrose Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Melrose Avenue Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 70% (2019) to 69.96% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 72% (2019) to 72.22% (2024).
Location
731 North Detroit St., Los Angeles, CA 90046
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Melrose Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OHR ELIYAHU ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is YESHIVA RAV ISACOSOHN GIRLS' SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, YESHIVA RAV ISACSOHN TORAS EMES ACAD BOYS JR HIGH (rated 5.8/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. 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 90046 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,259
Median Home Value
$1,411,500
Median Rent
$2,204/mo
Population
48,905
College Educated
63.4%
Homeownership
23.3%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
38.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Melrose Avenue Elementary has a median household income of $94,259. It is a well-educated community where 63% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,411,500, with a median rent of $2,204/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.3%. 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 Melrose Avenue Elementary
What grades does Melrose Avenue Elementary serve?
Melrose Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Melrose Avenue Elementary?
Melrose Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 450 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Melrose Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Melrose Avenue Elementary is 25:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Melrose Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Melrose Avenue Elementary is ranked #1033 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Melrose Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Melrose Avenue 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 Melrose Avenue Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Melrose Avenue Elementary has 70.3% math proficiency and 71.9% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Melrose Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Melrose Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Melrose Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Melrose Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Melrose Avenue Elementary?
43.6% of students at Melrose 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.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 96 Walker's Paradise
- Transit Score
- 54 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 66 Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,223/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 450
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (323) 938-6275
- 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
- #258 of 769
How We Rate Schools
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