Excellent
#773 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 8% in state
Telfair Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
10975 Telfair Ave., Pacoima, CA 91331
Enrollment
558
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
558
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Pacoima
#2 of 11
public schools
California elementary schools
#567 of 5,817
In district
#218 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Exceptional
About Telfair Avenue Elementary
Telfair Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Pacoima, CA, part of the Los Angeles Unified. The school serves approximately 558 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 19.2:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 91.9th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 28% proficiency in math, 12 points below the state average and 30% in reading/language arts, 16 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.3/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $82,025, where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
Score Breakdown
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Telfair Avenue Elementary — Students at Telfair Avenue Elementary score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How Telfair Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Telfair Avenue Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 23% (2019) to 28.88% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 26% (2019) to 30.97% (2024).
Location
10975 Telfair Ave., Pacoima, CA 91331
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Telfair Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Haddon Avenue Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is San Fernando Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby San Fernando), with a comparable rating. Additionally, O'Melveny Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby San Fernando), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pacoima, see our Pacoima schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mission Continuation San Fernando | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| MARY IMMACULATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pacoima | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Mary Immaculate Elementary School Pacoima | 0.7 mi | — |
| San Fernando Senior High San Fernando | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Vaughn Next Century Learning Center San Fernando | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| O'Melveny Elementary San Fernando | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| San Fernando Middle San Fernando | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| San Fernando Institute of Applied Media San Fernando | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Pacoima Charter Elementary Pacoima | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Sharp Avenue Elementary Arleta | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Guardian Angel Catholic School Pacoima | 1.0 mi | — |
| GUARDIAN ANGEL ELEMENTARY Pacoima | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Haddon Avenue Elementary Pacoima | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| San Fernando Elementary San Fernando | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Morningside Elementary San Fernando | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Pacoima Middle Pacoima | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| PUC Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy Burbank | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Arleta High Arleta | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Santa Rosa de Lima San Fernando | 1.4 mi | — |
| SANTA ROSA DE LIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Fernando | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91331 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,025
Median Home Value
$609,300
Median Rent
$1,818/mo
Population
98,820
College Educated
11.2%
Homeownership
62.8%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
34.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Telfair Avenue Elementary has a median household income of $82,025. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $609,300, with a median rent of $1,818/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.9%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A. G. Cook Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 8.4 |
| Arthur F. Corey Elementary Buena Park, CA | 8.4 |
| Bagby Elementary San Jose, CA | 8.4 |
| Birney Elementary San Diego, CA | 8.4 |
| Buri Buri Elementary South San Francisco, CA | 8.4 |
| C. B. Eaton Elementary Cupertino, CA | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Telfair Avenue Elementary
What grades does Telfair Avenue Elementary serve?
Telfair Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Telfair Avenue Elementary?
Telfair Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 558 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Telfair Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Telfair Avenue Elementary is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Telfair Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Telfair Avenue Elementary is ranked #773 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Telfair Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Telfair Avenue Elementary has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Telfair Avenue Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Telfair Avenue Elementary has 27.9% math proficiency and 29.6% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Telfair Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Telfair Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Telfair Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Telfair Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Telfair Avenue Elementary?
90.5% of students at Telfair 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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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 62 Somewhat Walkable
- Transit Score
- 50 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 66 Bikeable
- County Safety
- Low (245/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 558
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (818) 896-7411
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #218 of 769
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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