Very Good
#2138 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 22% in state
Virginia Road Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
2925 Virginia Rd., Los Angeles, CA 90016
Enrollment
209
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
209
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,138 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#182 of 563
public schools
In district
#231 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Virginia Road Elementary
Virginia Road Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Virginia Road Elementary serves approximately 209 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Virginia Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,138 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Virginia Road Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
51% of students at Virginia Road 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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Virginia Road Elementary — Students at Virginia Road Elementary score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.8%
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 Virginia Road Elementary Compares
See how Virginia Road 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
2925 Virginia Rd., Los Angeles, CA 90016
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Virginia Road Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Global Education Academy 2 (rated 9.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stella Elementary Charter Academy (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sixth Avenue Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ISANA Nascent Academy Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Susan Miller Dorsey Senior High Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| View Park Continuation Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | — |
| Coliseum Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Stella Middle Charter Academy Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| ROENNE'S SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | — |
| Stella Elementary Charter Academy Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Cienega Elementary Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Alta Loma Elementary Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Lashon Academy City Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| ST PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Sixth Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Hillcrest Drive Elementary Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Little Citizens Westside Academy #3 Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | — |
| SPIRIT CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | — |
| Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Red Star Los Angeles | 1.3 mi | — |
| Arlington Heights Elementary Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Marlton Los Angeles | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Global Education Academy 2 Los Angeles | 1.3 mi | 9.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,067
Median Home Value
$919,800
Median Rent
$1,729/mo
Population
46,102
College Educated
31.9%
Homeownership
35.4%
Avg Commute
33.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.5%
Median Age
35.9
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|---|---|
| Arete Charter Academy Grass Valley, CA | 7.7 |
| BARNHART SCHOOL Arcadia, CA | 7.7 |
| Benjamin Foxen Elementary Santa Maria, CA | 7.7 |
| Cabrillo Elementary San Diego, CA | 7.7 |
| Charter Alternative Program (CAP) Placerville, CA | 7.7 |
| Creekside Charter Olympic Valley, CA | 7.7 |
Compare Virginia Road Elementary with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
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- CompareVirginia Road Elementary vs Harvard ElementaryLos Angeles, CA Peer score 5.2/10 -2.5 vs Virginia Road Elementary
- CompareVirginia Road Elementary vs Arroyo Seco Museum ScienceLos Angeles, CA Peer score 7.1/10 -0.6 vs Virginia Road Elementary
- CompareVirginia Road Elementary vs Charles White ElementaryLos Angeles, CA Peer score 5.4/10 -2.3 vs Virginia Road Elementary
- CompareVirginia Road Elementary vs Dr. Owen Lloyd Knox ElementaryLos Angeles, CA Peer score 8.1/10 +0.4 vs Virginia Road Elementary
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Virginia Road Elementary
What grades does Virginia Road Elementary serve?
Virginia Road Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Virginia Road Elementary?
Virginia Road Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 209 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Virginia Road Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Virginia Road Elementary is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Virginia Road Elementary rank in CA?
Virginia Road Elementary ranks #2,138 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Virginia Road Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Virginia Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Virginia Road Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Virginia Road Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Virginia Road Elementary a charter school?
No, Virginia Road Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Virginia Road Elementary a Title I school?
No, Virginia Road Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Virginia Road Elementary?
93.8% of students at Virginia Road 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
- 209
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.7%
- Phone
- (323) 735-0570
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #231 of 769
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