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#7273 of 9,539 schools in CA
Rowan Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
600 South Rowan Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90023
Enrollment
632
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
632
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,273 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#489 of 563
public schools
In district
#706 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Rowan Avenue Elementary
Rowan Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Rowan Avenue Elementary serves approximately 632 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Rowan Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,273 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Rowan Avenue Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Rowan Avenue Elementary runs 20.4:1 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.
41% of students at Rowan 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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Rowan Avenue Elementary — Students at Rowan Avenue Elementary score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.4%
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: 2.9/10.
How Rowan Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Rowan 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
600 South Rowan Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90023
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rowan Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Humphreys Avenue Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Marianna Avenue Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Amanecer Primary Center (rated 7.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,623
Median Home Value
$617,600
Median Rent
$1,414/mo
Population
44,608
College Educated
10.2%
Homeownership
25.8%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Median Age
31.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rowan Avenue Elementary
What grades does Rowan Avenue Elementary serve?
Rowan Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Rowan Avenue Elementary?
Rowan Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 632 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rowan Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Rowan Avenue Elementary is 20.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rowan Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Rowan Avenue Elementary ranks #7,273 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Rowan Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Rowan Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Rowan Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rowan Avenue Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Rowan Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Rowan Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rowan Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Rowan Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rowan Avenue Elementary?
95.4% of students at Rowan 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
- 632
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.0%
- Phone
- (323) 261-7191
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #706 of 769
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