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#6941 of 9,539 schools in CA
Vermont Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1435 West 27th St., Los Angeles, CA 90007
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,941 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#472 of 563
public schools
In district
#685 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Vermont Avenue Elementary
Vermont Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Vermont Avenue Elementary serves approximately 356 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Vermont Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,941 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Vermont Avenue Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Vermont Avenue Elementary runs 20.9:1 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.
41% of students at Vermont 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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Vermont Avenue Elementary — Students at Vermont Avenue Elementary score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.4%
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: 2.8/10.
How Vermont Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Vermont 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
1435 West 27th St., Los Angeles, CA 90007
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vermont Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Camino Nuevo Elementary #3 (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dr. Theodore T. Alexander Jr. Science Center (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STEM Preparatory Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90007 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,032
Median Home Value
$852,900
Median Rent
$1,480/mo
Population
39,253
College Educated
28.6%
Homeownership
10.4%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
38.7%
Median Age
25.5
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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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vermont Avenue Elementary
What grades does Vermont Avenue Elementary serve?
Vermont Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Vermont Avenue Elementary?
Vermont Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 356 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vermont Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Vermont Avenue Elementary is 20.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vermont Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Vermont Avenue Elementary ranks #6,941 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Vermont Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Vermont Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Vermont Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vermont Avenue Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Vermont Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Vermont Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Vermont Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Vermont Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vermont Avenue Elementary?
90.4% of students at Vermont 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
- 356
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.0%
- Phone
- (323) 733-2195
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #685 of 769
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