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#6060 of 9,539 schools in CA
Melvin Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
7700 Melvin Ave., Reseda, CA 91335
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,060 of 9,539
In Reseda
#12 of 20
public schools
In district
#599 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Melvin Avenue Elementary
Melvin Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Reseda, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Melvin Avenue Elementary serves approximately 405 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Melvin Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,060 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Melvin Avenue Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Melvin 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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Melvin Avenue Elementary — Students at Melvin Avenue Elementary score 35% 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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.5/10.
How Melvin Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Melvin 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
7700 Melvin Ave., Reseda, CA 91335
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Melvin Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Citizens of the World Charter School West Valley (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Winnetka), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stanley Mosk Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Winnetka), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LITTLE ACORNS GROW (rated 6.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Reseda, see our Reseda schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91335 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,164
Median Home Value
$700,400
Median Rent
$1,811/mo
Population
74,802
College Educated
29.7%
Homeownership
50.7%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
39.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Melvin Avenue Elementary
What grades does Melvin Avenue Elementary serve?
Melvin Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Melvin Avenue Elementary?
Melvin Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 405 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Melvin Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Melvin Avenue Elementary is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Melvin Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Melvin Avenue Elementary ranks #6,060 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Melvin Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Melvin Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Melvin Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Melvin Avenue Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Melvin Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Melvin Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Melvin Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Melvin Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Melvin Avenue Elementary?
90.6% of students at Melvin 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 405
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.8%
- Phone
- (818) 886-7171
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #599 of 769
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