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Woodlawn Avenue Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

6314 Woodlawn Ave., Bell, CA 90201

Enrollment

568

Student-Teacher

19.6:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,064 of 9,539

In Bell

#9 of 9

public schools

In district

#603 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Woodlawn Avenue Elementary

5.7/10

Elementary School in Bell · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Woodlawn Avenue Elementary

Woodlawn Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Bell, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Woodlawn Avenue Elementary serves approximately 568 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodlawn Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,064 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Woodlawn Avenue Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Woodlawn 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.8% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-14.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+8.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism33.8%

Woodlawn Avenue Elementary — Students at Woodlawn Avenue Elementary score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

92.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 41.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 38.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
62%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
48%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
44%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
28%
2015
Math
20%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
35%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
35%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
23.3%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
31.6%
ELA
29.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.8/10.

How Woodlawn Avenue Elementary Compares

See how Woodlawn Avenue Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
36th percentile in CA
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

6314 Woodlawn Ave., Bell, CA 90201

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodlawn Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jaime Escalante Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Cudahy), which scores notably higher. Another option is Teresa Hughes Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Cudahy), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ellen Ochoa Learning Center (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Cudahy), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bell, see our Bell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ALHADI SCHOOL Bell 0.3 mi 6.0
Heliotrope Avenue Elementary Maywood 0.5 mi 7.1
Ellen Ochoa Learning Center Cudahy 0.7 mi 7.2
Maywood Center for Enriched Studies Maywood 0.7 mi 8.0
Nueva Vista Elementary Bell 0.6 mi 6.3
ST ROSE OF LIMA SCHOOL Maywood 0.7 mi 5.5
Maywood Academy High Maywood 0.7 mi 6.5
St. Rose of Lima Catholic Maywood 0.8 mi
Bell Senior High Bell 0.8 mi 7.5
Russell Westbrook Why Not? High Bell 0.8 mi 7.7
Jaime Escalante Elementary Cudahy 0.9 mi 8.2
Elizabeth Learning Center Cudahy 1.1 mi 6.6
Maywood Elementary Maywood 1.1 mi 6.3
Fishburn Avenue Elementary Maywood 1.1 mi 5.9
Park Avenue Elementary Cudahy 1.3 mi 3.8
Huntington Park Elementary Huntington Park 1.1 mi 6.5
Teresa Hughes Elementary Cudahy 1.2 mi 7.8
Corona Avenue Elementary Bell 1.2 mi 6.0
Bell Gardens Intermediate Bell Gardens 1.2 mi 6.6
Aspire Antonio Maria Lugo Academy Oakland 1.2 mi 3.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,824

Median Home Value

$542,800

Median Rent

$1,623/mo

Population

93,783

College Educated

7.4%

Homeownership

21%

Avg Commute

30.3 min

Poverty Rate

23.6%

Median Age

32.1

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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Ayer Elementary Fresno, CA 5.7
Barbara Comstock Morse Elementary Sacramento, CA 5.7
Bell Avenue Elementary Sacramento, CA 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodlawn Avenue Elementary

What grades does Woodlawn Avenue Elementary serve?

Woodlawn Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Woodlawn Avenue Elementary?

Woodlawn Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 568 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodlawn Avenue Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodlawn Avenue Elementary is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodlawn Avenue Elementary rank in CA?

Woodlawn Avenue Elementary ranks #6,064 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Woodlawn Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodlawn Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Woodlawn Avenue Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodlawn Avenue Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Woodlawn Avenue Elementary a charter school?

No, Woodlawn Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Woodlawn Avenue Elementary a Title I school?

No, Woodlawn Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodlawn Avenue Elementary?

92.1% of students at Woodlawn 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
83 Very Walkable
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
568
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
92.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.8%

District

Los Angeles Unified
District Enrollment
419,929
Schools in District
785
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,687
District Rank
#603 of 769

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