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Miles Avenue Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

6720 Miles Ave., Huntington Park, CA 90255

Enrollment

807

Student-Teacher

18.8:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,599 of 9,539

In Huntington Park

#17 of 20

public schools

In district

#647 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Miles Avenue Elementary

5.4/10

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

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About Miles Avenue Elementary

Miles Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Huntington Park, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Miles Avenue Elementary serves approximately 807 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Miles Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #6,599 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Miles Avenue Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

40% of students at Miles 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.7% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-21 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.4 pts
Overall Proficiency28% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+5.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism39.7%

Miles Avenue Elementary — Students at Miles Avenue Elementary score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

92.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 37.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 36.7% (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
64%
ELA
48%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
50%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
51%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
45%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
26%
2015
Math
23%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
25%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
25%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
39%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
39%
ELA
39%
2022
Math
25.4%
ELA
30.3%
2024
Math
25.2%
ELA
30.8%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.7/10.

How Miles Avenue Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
31th percentile in CA
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
93%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.7%

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

6720 Miles Ave., Huntington Park, CA 90255

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Miles Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lucille Roybal-Allard Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Middleton Primary Center (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, San Antonio Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Huntington Park, see our Huntington Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Henry T. Gage Middle Huntington Park 0.2 mi 7.8
KIPP Comienza Community Prep Huntington Park 0.4 mi 4.0
St. Matthias Elementary School Huntington Park 0.4 mi
ST MATTHIAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Huntington Park 0.4 mi 4.3
Renuevo Leadership Academy Huntington Park 0.5 mi
Renuevo Elementary School Huntington Park 0.5 mi
RENUEVO SCHOOLS Huntington Park 0.5 mi 5.4
RENUEVO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Huntington Park 0.5 mi
RENUEVO LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Huntington Park 0.5 mi
Huntington Park Senior High Huntington Park 0.6 mi 6.9
San Antonio Elementary Huntington Park 0.6 mi 7.0
Lucille Roybal-Allard Elementary Huntington Park 0.6 mi 8.7
Middleton Street Elementary Huntington Park 0.6 mi 6.1
San Antonio Continuation Huntington Park 0.7 mi 5.2
Middleton Primary Center Huntington Park 0.6 mi 7.4
Walnut Park Elementary Huntington Park 0.8 mi 5.3
Hope Street Elementary Huntington Park 0.8 mi 5.7
Pacific Boulevard Huntington Park 0.9 mi 6.6
Walnut Park Mid B Sci Tech Engr and Math Acad Walnut Park 0.8 mi 7.5
Walnut Park Mid A Sch of Soc Just and Service Lrng Walnut Park 0.8 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90255 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,376

Median Home Value

$562,600

Median Rent

$1,443/mo

Population

70,363

College Educated

8.8%

Homeownership

30.1%

Avg Commute

32.5 min

Poverty Rate

17.1%

Median Age

34.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Miles Avenue Elementary

What grades does Miles Avenue Elementary serve?

Miles Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Miles Avenue Elementary?

Miles Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 807 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Miles Avenue Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Miles Avenue Elementary is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Miles Avenue Elementary rank in CA?

Miles Avenue Elementary ranks #6,599 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Miles Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Miles Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Miles Avenue Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Miles Avenue Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Miles Avenue Elementary a charter school?

No, Miles Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Miles Avenue Elementary a Title I school?

No, Miles Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Miles Avenue Elementary?

92.9% of students at Miles 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
83 Very Walkable
Transit Score
58 Good Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
807
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
92.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.7%

District

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

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