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Van Ness Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
501 North Van Ness Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90004
Enrollment
198
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
198
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,459 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#399 of 563
public schools
In district
#564 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Van Ness Avenue Elementary
Van Ness Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Van Ness Avenue Elementary serves approximately 198 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Van Ness Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #5,459 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Van Ness Avenue Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 198 students, Van Ness 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.
40% of students at Van Ness 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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Van Ness Avenue Elementary — Students at Van Ness Avenue Elementary score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.8%
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: 3.3/10.
How Van Ness Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Van Ness 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
501 North Van Ness Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90004
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Van Ness Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Charles H. Kim Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PAGE ACADEMY-HANCOCK PARK (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Citizens of the World Charter School Hollywood (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Page Private-Hancock Park Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | — |
| PAGE ACADEMY-HANCOCK PARK Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Hollywood Elementary Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| St. Brendan Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | — |
| Harvard Elementary Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| ST BRENDAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Vine Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Charles H. Kim Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Champion of Life Academy Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | — |
| Citizens of the World Charter School Hollywood Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Joseph Le Conte Middle Hollywood | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Richard A. Alonzo Community Day Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Cahuenga Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| MARLBOROUGH SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Helen Bernstein High Hollywood | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| STEM Academy at Bernstein High Hollywood | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| THE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF LOS ANGELES Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Marlborough School Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,655
Median Home Value
$1,457,200
Median Rent
$1,752/mo
Population
58,844
College Educated
40%
Homeownership
16.9%
Avg Commute
31.6 min
Poverty Rate
18.8%
Median Age
36.8
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| BELLA VISTA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tracy, CA | 6.0 |
| Beresford Elementary San Mateo, CA | 6.0 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Costa Mesa, CA | 6.0 |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Los Angeles, CA | 6.0 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 6.0 |
| Crestview Elementary Simi Valley, CA | 6.0 |
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Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
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- CompareVan Ness Avenue Elementary vs Vine Street ElementaryLos Angeles, CA Peer score 7.3/10 +1.3 vs Van Ness Avenue Elementary
- CompareVan Ness Avenue Elementary vs Harvard ElementaryLos Angeles, CA Peer score 5.2/10 -0.8 vs Van Ness Avenue Elementary
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Van Ness Avenue Elementary
What grades does Van Ness Avenue Elementary serve?
Van Ness Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Van Ness Avenue Elementary?
Van Ness Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 198 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Van Ness Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Van Ness Avenue Elementary is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Van Ness Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Van Ness Avenue Elementary ranks #5,459 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Van Ness Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Van Ness Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Van Ness Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Van Ness Avenue Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Van Ness Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Van Ness Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Van Ness Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Van Ness Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Van Ness Avenue Elementary?
81.8% of students at Van Ness 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 198
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.9%
- Phone
- (323) 469-0992
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #564 of 769
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