Very Good
#2131 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 22% in state
Parmelee Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1338 East 76th Pl., Los Angeles, CA 90001
Enrollment
716
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
716
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,131 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#176 of 563
public schools
In district
#224 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Parmelee Avenue Elementary
Parmelee Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Parmelee Avenue Elementary serves approximately 716 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Parmelee Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,131 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Parmelee Avenue Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Parmelee Avenue Elementary runs 20.5:1 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.
36% of students at Parmelee 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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Parmelee Avenue Elementary — Students at Parmelee Avenue Elementary score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 8.0/10.
How Parmelee Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Parmelee 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
1338 East 76th Pl., Los Angeles, CA 90001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Parmelee Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr. Lawrence H. Moore Math Science Technology Academy (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Judith F. Baca Arts Academy (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Russell Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,751
Median Home Value
$513,300
Median Rent
$1,471/mo
Population
56,403
College Educated
7%
Homeownership
35.6%
Avg Commute
35.7 min
Poverty Rate
20.5%
Median Age
31.7
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| Akira Yokomi Elementary Fresno, CA | 7.7 |
| Beechwood Elementary Fullerton, CA | 7.7 |
| Benchley/Weinberger Elementary San Diego, CA | 7.7 |
| Bill Libbon Elementary Santa Maria, CA | 7.7 |
| Bowman Charter Auburn, CA | 7.7 |
| Bud Rank Elementary Clovis, CA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Parmelee Avenue Elementary
What grades does Parmelee Avenue Elementary serve?
Parmelee Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Parmelee Avenue Elementary?
Parmelee Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 716 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Parmelee Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Parmelee 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 Parmelee Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Parmelee Avenue Elementary ranks #2,131 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Parmelee Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Parmelee Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Parmelee Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Parmelee Avenue Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Parmelee Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Parmelee Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Parmelee Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Parmelee Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Parmelee Avenue Elementary?
96.1% of students at Parmelee 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
- 716
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.8%
- Phone
- (323) 587-4235
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #224 of 769
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