Excellent
#600 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 6% in state
Vernon City Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
2360 East Vernon Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90058
Enrollment
135
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
135
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#600 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#67 of 563
public schools
In district
#85 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Vernon City Elementary
Vernon City Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Vernon City Elementary serves approximately 135 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Vernon City Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #600 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Vernon City Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 135 students, Vernon City 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.
34% of students at Vernon City 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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Vernon City Elementary — Students at Vernon City Elementary score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.3%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.
How Vernon City Elementary Compares
See how Vernon City 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
2360 East Vernon Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90058
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vernon City Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nevin Avenue Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Ascot Avenue Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Pacific Boulevard (rated 6.6/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Huntington Park), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90058 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,680
Median Home Value
$456,500
Median Rent
$1,030/mo
Population
3,409
College Educated
22.3%
Homeownership
15.7%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
28.9%
Median Age
29
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vernon City Elementary
What grades does Vernon City Elementary serve?
Vernon City Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Vernon City Elementary?
Vernon City Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 135 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vernon City Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Vernon City Elementary is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vernon City Elementary rank in CA?
Vernon City Elementary ranks #600 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Vernon City Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Vernon City Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Vernon City Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vernon City Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Vernon City Elementary a charter school?
No, Vernon City Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Vernon City Elementary a Title I school?
No, Vernon City Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vernon City Elementary?
96.3% of students at Vernon City 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
- 135
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.1%
- Phone
- (323) 582-3727
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #85 of 769
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