Very Good
#2132 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 22% in state
Raymond Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
7511 Raymond Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90044
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher
21.1:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher
21.1:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,132 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#177 of 563
public schools
In district
#225 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Raymond Avenue Elementary
Raymond Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Raymond Avenue Elementary serves approximately 465 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Raymond Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,132 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Raymond Avenue Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% 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
Raymond Avenue Elementary runs 21.1:1 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.
44% of students at Raymond 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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Raymond Avenue Elementary — Students at Raymond Avenue Elementary score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.
How Raymond Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Raymond 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
7511 Raymond Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90044
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Raymond Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. La Salle Avenue Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Danny J. Bakewell Sr. Primary Center (rated 6.5/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Loren Miller Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. 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 90044 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,433
Median Home Value
$588,200
Median Rent
$1,427/mo
Population
95,859
College Educated
11.1%
Homeownership
31.3%
Avg Commute
34.4 min
Poverty Rate
26.6%
Median Age
32
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Raymond Avenue Elementary
What grades does Raymond Avenue Elementary serve?
Raymond Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Raymond Avenue Elementary?
Raymond Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 465 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Raymond Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Raymond Avenue Elementary is 21.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Raymond Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Raymond Avenue Elementary ranks #2,132 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Raymond Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Raymond 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 Raymond Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Raymond Avenue Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Raymond Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Raymond Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Raymond Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Raymond Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Raymond Avenue Elementary?
92.0% of students at Raymond 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
- 465
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.9%
- Phone
- (323) 759-1183
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #225 of 769
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