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San Gabriel Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
8628 San Gabriel Ave., South Gate, CA 90280
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,098 of 9,539
In South Gate
#19 of 25
public schools
In district
#530 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About San Gabriel Avenue Elementary
San Gabriel Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in South Gate, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. San Gabriel Avenue Elementary serves approximately 473 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.6:1 student-teacher ratio. San Gabriel Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #5,098 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for San Gabriel Avenue Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
San Gabriel Avenue Elementary runs 20.6:1 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 San Gabriel 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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San Gabriel Avenue Elementary — Students at San Gabriel Avenue Elementary score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.9%
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: 5.5/10.
How San Gabriel Avenue Elementary Compares
See how San Gabriel 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
8628 San Gabriel Ave., South Gate, CA 90280
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering San Gabriel Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jaime Escalante Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Cudahy), which scores notably higher. Another option is Victoria Avenue Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Montara Avenue Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Gate, see our South Gate schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Valiente College Preparatory Charter South Gate | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| South Gate Middle South Gate | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| South Gate Senior High South Gate | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Independence Elementary South Gate | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Odyssey Continuation South Gate | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| San Miguel Elementary South Gate | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| State Street Elementary South Gate | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Victoria Avenue Elementary South Gate | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Aspire Firestone Academy Charter Oakland | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Aspire Gateway Academy Charter Oakland | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Teresa Hughes Elementary Cudahy | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| ST HELEN CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Gate | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Bryson Avenue Elementary South Gate | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Hope Street Elementary Huntington Park | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Madison Elementary South Gate | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Stanford Primary Center South Gate | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Jaime Escalante Elementary Cudahy | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Stanford Avenue Elementary South Gate | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| KIPP Corazon Academy South Gate | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Montara Avenue Elementary South Gate | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90280 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,379
Median Home Value
$608,500
Median Rent
$1,471/mo
Population
91,719
College Educated
11.5%
Homeownership
44.4%
Avg Commute
32.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
35.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Gabriel Avenue Elementary
What grades does San Gabriel Avenue Elementary serve?
San Gabriel Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend San Gabriel Avenue Elementary?
San Gabriel Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 473 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Gabriel Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at San Gabriel Avenue Elementary is 20.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does San Gabriel Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
San Gabriel Avenue Elementary ranks #5,098 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is San Gabriel Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
San Gabriel Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 San Gabriel Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, San Gabriel Avenue Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is San Gabriel Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, San Gabriel Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is San Gabriel Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, San Gabriel Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for San Gabriel Avenue Elementary?
93.9% of students at San Gabriel 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
- 473
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.0%
- Phone
- (323) 567-1488
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #530 of 769
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