Excellent
#446 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 5% in state
Nevin Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1569 East 32nd St., Los Angeles, CA 90011
Enrollment
492
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
492
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Los Angeles
#98 of 563
public schools
California elementary schools
#335 of 5,817
In district
#145 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Exceptional
About Nevin Avenue Elementary
Nevin Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of the Los Angeles Unified. The school serves approximately 492 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 20.5:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.7/10, placing it in the 95.3th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 37% proficiency in math, 2 points below the state average and 33% in reading/language arts, 12 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.2/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $53,781, where 6% 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 Nevin Avenue Elementary is 20.5:1, 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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Nevin Avenue Elementary — Students at Nevin Avenue Elementary score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97%
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: 9.2/10.
How Nevin Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Nevin Avenue Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 31% (2019) to 38.72% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 33% (2019) to 33.04% (2024).
Location
1569 East 32nd St., Los Angeles, CA 90011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nevin Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ascot Avenue Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Sally Ride Elementary: A SMArT Academy (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Twenty-Eighth Street Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. 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 90011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,781
Median Home Value
$575,200
Median Rent
$1,497/mo
Population
102,784
College Educated
6.2%
Homeownership
26.3%
Avg Commute
33.5 min
Poverty Rate
26.6%
Median Age
31
Community Profile
The community surrounding Nevin Avenue Elementary has a median household income of $53,781. It is a community where 6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $575,200, with a median rent of $1,497/month. The area has a poverty rate of 26.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 34 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 |
|---|---|
| Adelante Charter Santa Barbara, CA | 8.7 |
| Alamo Elementary San Francisco, CA | 8.7 |
| Amestoy Elementary Gardena, CA | 8.7 |
| Arminta Street Elementary North Hollywood, CA | 8.7 |
| Balboa Gifted/High Ability Magnet Elementary Northridge, CA | 8.7 |
| Canalino Elementary Carpinteria, CA | 8.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nevin Avenue Elementary
What grades does Nevin Avenue Elementary serve?
Nevin Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Nevin Avenue Elementary?
Nevin Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 492 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nevin Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Nevin Avenue Elementary is 20.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Nevin Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Nevin Avenue Elementary is ranked #446 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Nevin Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Nevin Avenue Elementary has a composite rating of 8.7 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 Nevin Avenue Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Nevin Avenue Elementary has 37.1% math proficiency and 33.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Nevin Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Nevin Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Nevin Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Nevin Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nevin Avenue Elementary?
97.0% of students at Nevin 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
- 69 Somewhat Walkable
- Transit Score
- 55 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 70 Very Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,223/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 492
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (323) 232-2236
- 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
- #145 of 769
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