Excellent
#1422 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 15% in state
Victoria Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
3320 Missouri Ave., South Gate, CA 90280
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,422 of 9,539
In South Gate
#3 of 25
public schools
In district
#164 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Victoria Avenue Elementary
Victoria Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in South Gate, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Victoria Avenue Elementary serves approximately 283 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Victoria Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,422 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Victoria Avenue Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Victoria 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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Victoria Avenue Elementary — Students at Victoria Avenue Elementary score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.5%
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: 7.7/10.
How Victoria Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Victoria 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
3320 Missouri Ave., South Gate, CA 90280
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Victoria Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Willow Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Montara Avenue Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Stanford Avenue Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in South Gate, see our South Gate schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Madison Elementary South Gate | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| ST HELEN CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Gate | 0.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Stanford Primary Center South Gate | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Montara Avenue Elementary South Gate | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| South Gate Senior High South Gate | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Odyssey Continuation South Gate | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Valiente College Preparatory Charter South Gate | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| San Miguel Elementary South Gate | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Stanford Avenue Elementary South Gate | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| South East High South Gate | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Simon Rodia Continuation South Gate | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Independence Elementary South Gate | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| San Gabriel Avenue Elementary South Gate | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Cesar Chavez Middle Lynwood | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| St. Emydius School Lynwood | 0.9 mi | — |
| ST EMYDIUS SCHOOL Lynwood | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Southeast Middle South Gate | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Willow Elementary South Gate | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Thurgood Marshall Elementary Lynwood | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| South Gate Middle South Gate | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90280 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,379
Median Home Value
$608,500
Median Rent
$1,471/mo
Population
91,719
College Educated
11.5%
Homeownership
44.4%
Avg Commute
32.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
35.2
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|---|---|
| Baypoint Preparatory Academy - San Diego San Marcos, CA | 8.1 |
| Baywood Elementary Los Osos, CA | 8.1 |
| Carlos Santana Arts Academy North Hills, CA | 8.1 |
| Carson-Gore Academy of Environmental Studies Los Angeles, CA | 8.1 |
| Chapman Elementary Gardena, CA | 8.1 |
| Chatom Elementary Turlock, CA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Victoria Avenue Elementary
What grades does Victoria Avenue Elementary serve?
Victoria Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Victoria Avenue Elementary?
Victoria Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 283 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Victoria Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Victoria Avenue Elementary is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Victoria Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Victoria Avenue Elementary ranks #1,422 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Victoria Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Victoria Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Victoria Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Victoria Avenue Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Victoria Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Victoria Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Victoria Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Victoria Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Victoria Avenue Elementary?
97.5% of students at Victoria 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
- 283
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.5%
- Phone
- (323) 567-1261
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #164 of 769
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