Very Good
#2940 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 31% in state
Solano Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
615 Solano Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Enrollment
184
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
184
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,940 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#243 of 563
public schools
In district
#324 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Solano Avenue Elementary
Solano Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Solano Avenue Elementary serves approximately 184 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Solano Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,940 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Solano Avenue Elementary show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 184 students, Solano Avenue Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Solano 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.
Score Breakdown
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Solano Avenue Elementary — Students at Solano Avenue Elementary score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.4%
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: 5.3/10.
How Solano Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Solano 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
615 Solano Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Solano Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PUC Milagro Charter (rated 9.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Burbank), which scores notably higher. Another option is Griffin Avenue Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Castelar Street Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90012 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,635
Median Home Value
$686,400
Median Rent
$2,116/mo
Population
37,463
College Educated
39.5%
Homeownership
8.2%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
22.7%
Median Age
36.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Solano Avenue Elementary
What grades does Solano Avenue Elementary serve?
Solano Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Solano Avenue Elementary?
Solano Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 184 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Solano Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Solano 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 Solano Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Solano Avenue Elementary ranks #2,940 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Solano Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Solano Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Solano Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Solano Avenue Elementary has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Solano Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Solano Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Solano Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Solano Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Solano Avenue Elementary?
61.4% of students at Solano 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 184
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.9%
- Phone
- (323) 223-4291
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #324 of 769
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