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#7124 of 9,539 schools in CA
Purche Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
13210 Purche Ave., Gardena, CA 90249
Enrollment
371
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
371
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,124 of 9,539
In Gardena
#14 of 16
public schools
In district
#697 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Purche Avenue Elementary
Purche Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Gardena, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Purche Avenue Elementary serves approximately 371 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Purche Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,124 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Purche Avenue Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Purche 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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Purche Avenue Elementary — Students at Purche Avenue Elementary score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.9%
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: 3.6/10.
How Purche Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Purche 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
13210 Purche Ave., Gardena, CA 90249
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Purche Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chapman Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cimarron Avenue Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Hawthorne), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARIA REGINA (rated 5.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Gardena, see our Gardena schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Maria Regina Gardena | 0.3 mi | — |
| MARIA REGINA Gardena | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Animo Legacy Charter Middle Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Bud Carson Middle Hawthorne | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Zela Davis Hawthorne | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| JUNIPERO SERRA HIGH SCHOOL Gardena | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Cimarron Avenue Elementary Hawthorne | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Kornblum Hawthorne | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| MOORES DAY CARE PREP SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | — |
| Moore's Daycare Preparatory Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | — |
| Chapman Elementary Gardena | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Renaissance County Community Hawthorne | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| HAWTHORNE ACADEMY Hawthorne | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Bennett/Kew P-8 Leadership Academy of Excellence Inglewood | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Stella High Charter Academy Los Angeles | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Middle College High Los Angeles | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| RISING STARS ACADEMY Los Angeles | 1.4 mi | — |
| Castle Elementary School Los Angeles | 1.3 mi | — |
| CASTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Da Vinci RISE High El Segundo | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90249 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,921
Median Home Value
$709,900
Median Rent
$1,705/mo
Population
25,967
College Educated
25.7%
Homeownership
58.4%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
40.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Purche Avenue Elementary
What grades does Purche Avenue Elementary serve?
Purche Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Purche Avenue Elementary?
Purche Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 371 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Purche Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Purche Avenue Elementary is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Purche Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Purche Avenue Elementary ranks #7,124 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Purche Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Purche Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Purche Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Purche Avenue Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Purche Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Purche Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Purche Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Purche Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Purche Avenue Elementary?
84.9% of students at Purche 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
- 371
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.6%
- Phone
- (310) 323-3184
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #697 of 769
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