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#6938 of 9,539 schools in CA
Normandie Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
4505 South Raymond Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90037
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,938 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#471 of 563
public schools
In district
#682 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Normandie Avenue Elementary
Normandie Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Normandie Avenue Elementary serves approximately 548 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Normandie Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,938 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Normandie Avenue Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Normandie 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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Normandie Avenue Elementary — Students at Normandie Avenue Elementary score 23% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.7/10.
How Normandie Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Normandie 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
4505 South Raymond Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90037
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Normandie Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr. James Edward Jones Primary Center (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ICEF Innovation Los Angeles Charter (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Marguerite Poindexter LaMotte Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90037 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,417
Median Home Value
$632,600
Median Rent
$1,438/mo
Population
67,895
College Educated
9.1%
Homeownership
23%
Avg Commute
35.2 min
Poverty Rate
26.3%
Median Age
33
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Normandie Avenue Elementary
What grades does Normandie Avenue Elementary serve?
Normandie Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Normandie Avenue Elementary?
Normandie Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 548 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Normandie Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Normandie Avenue Elementary is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Normandie Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Normandie Avenue Elementary ranks #6,938 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Normandie Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Normandie Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Normandie Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Normandie Avenue Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Normandie Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Normandie Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Normandie Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Normandie Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Normandie Avenue Elementary?
96.5% of students at Normandie 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
- 548
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.5%
- Phone
- (323) 294-5171
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #682 of 769
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