Very Good
#2547 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 27% in state
Union Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
150 South Burlington Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90057
Enrollment
833
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
833
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,547 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#216 of 563
public schools
In district
#277 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Union Avenue Elementary
Union Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Union Avenue Elementary serves approximately 833 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Union Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,547 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Union Avenue Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Union Avenue Elementary runs 21.4:1 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.
30% of students at Union 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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Union Avenue Elementary — Students at Union Avenue Elementary score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.3%
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: 7.3/10.
How Union Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Union 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
150 South Burlington Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90057
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Union Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Para Los Ninos - Evelyn Thurman Gratts (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Lake Street Primary (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Gratts Learning Academy for Young Scholars (GLAYS) (rated 7.2/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90057 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,876
Median Home Value
$694,500
Median Rent
$1,395/mo
Population
45,548
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
4.2%
Avg Commute
34.9 min
Poverty Rate
27.2%
Median Age
34.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Union Avenue Elementary
What grades does Union Avenue Elementary serve?
Union Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Union Avenue Elementary?
Union Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 833 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Union Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Union Avenue Elementary is 21.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Union Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Union Avenue Elementary ranks #2,547 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Union Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Union Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Union Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Union Avenue Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Union Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Union Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Union Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Union Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Union Avenue Elementary?
89.3% of students at Union 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
- 833
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.4%
- Phone
- (213) 483-1345
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #277 of 769
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