Excellent
#673 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 7% in state
Walgrove Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1630 Walgrove Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90066
Enrollment
237
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
237
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Los Angeles
#133 of 563
public schools
California elementary schools
#499 of 5,817
In district
#202 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.5 / 10
Exceptional
About Walgrove Avenue Elementary
Walgrove Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of the Los Angeles Unified. The school serves approximately 237 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 16.9:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 93rd percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 48% proficiency in math, 9 points above the state average and 51% in reading/language arts, 6 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.5/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $107,786, where 61% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
Score Breakdown
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Walgrove Avenue Elementary — Students at Walgrove Avenue Elementary score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 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: 9.0/10.
How Walgrove Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Walgrove Avenue Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 42% (2019) to 48.6% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 52% (2019) to 50.47% (2024).
Location
1630 Walgrove Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90066
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walgrove Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Grand View Boulevard Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Mar Vista Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Beethoven Street Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mark Twain Middle Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Beethoven Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Acton Academy Venice Beach Venice | 0.7 mi | — |
| ACTON ACADEMY VENICE BEACH Venice | 0.8 mi | — |
| Venice Senior High Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Broadway Elementary Venice | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| ECOLE CLAIREFONTAINE Venice | 1.0 mi | — |
| Phoenix Continuation Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| ST MARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Venice | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| St. Mark School Venice | 1.0 mi | — |
| Animo Venice Charter High Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Coeur D'Alene Avenue Elementary Venice | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Grant Elementary Santa Monica | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| John Adams Middle Santa Monica | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| The Gray Academy Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | — |
| Learn Academy Mar Vista Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | — |
| Mar Vista Elementary Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Will Rogers Elementary Santa Monica | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| James J. McBride Special Education Center Los Angeles | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Grand View Boulevard Elementary Los Angeles | 1.3 mi | 9.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,786
Median Home Value
$1,636,600
Median Rent
$2,211/mo
Population
54,975
College Educated
61.4%
Homeownership
38.6%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
38.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Walgrove Avenue Elementary has a median household income of $107,786. It is a well-educated community where 61% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,636,600, with a median rent of $2,211/month. The local poverty rate of 7.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carver Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.5 |
| College View Elementary Huntington Beach, CA | 8.5 |
| Dual Language Immersion North County Vista, CA | 8.5 |
| Harold Ambuehl Elementary San Juan Capistrano, CA | 8.5 |
| Kepler Neighborhood Fresno, CA | 8.5 |
| McKevett Elementary Santa Paula, CA | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walgrove Avenue Elementary
What grades does Walgrove Avenue Elementary serve?
Walgrove Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Walgrove Avenue Elementary?
Walgrove Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 237 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walgrove Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Walgrove Avenue Elementary is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Walgrove Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Walgrove Avenue Elementary is ranked #673 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Walgrove Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Walgrove Avenue Elementary has a composite rating of 8.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Walgrove Avenue Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Walgrove Avenue Elementary has 48.0% math proficiency and 51.4% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Walgrove Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Walgrove Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Walgrove Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Walgrove Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Walgrove Avenue Elementary?
36.3% of students at Walgrove 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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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 43 Car-Dependent
- Transit Score
- 40 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 66 Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,223/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 237
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 391-7104
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #202 of 769
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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