Below Average
#8339 of 9,539 schools in CA
Winter Gardens Elementary
Elementary School · Montebello Unified
1277 South Clela Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90022
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,339 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#532 of 563
public schools
In district
#28 of 28
Montebello Unified
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Winter Gardens Elementary
Winter Gardens Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Montebello Unified. Winter Gardens Elementary serves approximately 416 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Winter Gardens Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #8,339 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Winter Gardens Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Winter Gardens 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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Winter Gardens Elementary — Students at Winter Gardens Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.5/10.
How Winter Gardens Elementary Compares
See how Winter Gardens 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
1277 South Clela Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90022
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Winter Gardens Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Morris K. Hamasaki Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Humphreys Avenue Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIPP Poder Public (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Arts in Action Community Middle Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Kirby Dorothy Camp Downey | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| KIPP Raices Academy Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Ford Boulevard Elementary Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Bandini Elementary City Of Commerce | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| James A. Garfield Senior High Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| ST ALPHONSUS ELEMENTARY Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| St. Alphonsus School East Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | — |
| Monterey Continuation Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Fourth Street Primary Center Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Rosewood Park City Of Commerce | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Griffith Middle Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Humphreys Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Fourth Street Elementary Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| SIATech Academy South Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Arts In Action Community Charter Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| KIPP Academy of Innovation Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| KIPP Poder Public Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Joseph A. Gascon Elementary Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Morris K. Hamasaki Elementary Los Angeles | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90022 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,829
Median Home Value
$603,500
Median Rent
$1,407/mo
Population
61,638
College Educated
9.6%
Homeownership
33.1%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.3%
Median Age
34.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Winter Gardens Elementary
What grades does Winter Gardens Elementary serve?
Winter Gardens Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Winter Gardens Elementary?
Winter Gardens Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 416 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Winter Gardens Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Winter Gardens Elementary is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Winter Gardens Elementary rank in CA?
Winter Gardens Elementary ranks #8,339 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Winter Gardens Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Winter Gardens Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Winter Gardens Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Winter Gardens Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Winter Gardens Elementary a charter school?
No, Winter Gardens Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Winter Gardens Elementary a Title I school?
No, Winter Gardens Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Winter Gardens Elementary?
78.4% of students at Winter Gardens 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
- 416
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.9%
- Phone
- (323) 268-0477
Resources & Links
District
Montebello Unified- District Enrollment
- 19,967
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,912
- District Rank
- #28 of 28
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