Needs Improvement
#8769 of 9,539 schools in CA
Park Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
8020 Park Ave., Cudahy, CA 90201
Enrollment
285
Student-Teacher
21.9:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
285
Student-Teacher
21.9:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,769 of 9,539
In Cudahy
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#764 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
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Park Avenue Elementary
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About Park Avenue Elementary
Park Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Cudahy, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Park Avenue Elementary serves approximately 285 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Park Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #8,769 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Park Avenue Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Park Avenue Elementary runs 21.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
48% of students at Park 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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Park Avenue Elementary — Students at Park Avenue Elementary score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.4/10.
How Park Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Park 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
8020 Park Ave., Cudahy, CA 90201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Park Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jaime Escalante Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bryson Avenue Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby South Gate), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Teresa Hughes Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cudahy, see our Cudahy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,824
Median Home Value
$542,800
Median Rent
$1,623/mo
Population
93,783
College Educated
7.4%
Homeownership
21%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
23.6%
Median Age
32.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Park Avenue Elementary
What grades does Park Avenue Elementary serve?
Park Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Park Avenue Elementary?
Park Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 285 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Park Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Park Avenue Elementary is 21.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Park Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Park Avenue Elementary ranks #8,769 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Park Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Park Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Park Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Park Avenue Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Park Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Park Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Park Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Park Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Park Avenue Elementary?
90.9% of students at Park 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 285
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.1%
- Phone
- (323) 832-1860
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #764 of 769
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