Below Average
#7571 of 9,539 schools in CA
Western Avenue Technology Magnet
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1724 West 53rd St., Los Angeles, CA 90062
Enrollment
532
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
532
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,571 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#504 of 563
public schools
In district
#723 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Western Avenue Technology Magnet
Western Avenue Technology Magnet is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Western Avenue Technology Magnet serves approximately 532 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Western Avenue Technology Magnet has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #7,571 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Western Avenue Technology Magnet show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Western Avenue Technology Magnet 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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Western Avenue Technology Magnet — Students at Western Avenue Technology Magnet score 23% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 38 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: 2.7/10.
How Western Avenue Technology Magnet Compares
See how Western Avenue Technology Magnet 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
1724 West 53rd St., Los Angeles, CA 90062
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Western Avenue Technology Magnet may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr. James Edward Jones Primary Center (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ICEF Innovation Los Angeles Charter (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Angeles Mesa Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 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 90062 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,652
Median Home Value
$672,700
Median Rent
$1,473/mo
Population
32,110
College Educated
16.5%
Homeownership
46.1%
Avg Commute
35.9 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
38.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Western Avenue Technology Magnet
What grades does Western Avenue Technology Magnet serve?
Western Avenue Technology Magnet serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Western Avenue Technology Magnet?
Western Avenue Technology Magnet has an enrollment of approximately 532 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Western Avenue Technology Magnet?
The student-teacher ratio at Western Avenue Technology Magnet is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Western Avenue Technology Magnet rank in CA?
Western Avenue Technology Magnet ranks #7,571 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Western Avenue Technology Magnet's MySchoolScout rating?
Western Avenue Technology Magnet has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Western Avenue Technology Magnet?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Western Avenue Technology Magnet has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Western Avenue Technology Magnet a charter school?
No, Western Avenue Technology Magnet is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Western Avenue Technology Magnet a Title I school?
No, Western Avenue Technology Magnet is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Western Avenue Technology Magnet?
98.1% of students at Western Avenue Technology Magnet 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 532
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.1%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.1%
- Phone
- (323) 295-3261
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #723 of 769
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