Below Average
#7836 of 9,539 schools in CA
Zela Davis
Elementary School · Hawthorne
13435 South Yukon Ave., Hawthorne, CA 90250
Enrollment
870
Student-Teacher
27.2:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
870
Student-Teacher
27.2:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,836 of 9,539
In Hawthorne
#18 of 19
public schools
In district
#11 of 11
Hawthorne
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About Zela Davis
Zela Davis is a public elementary school in Hawthorne, CA, part of Hawthorne. Zela Davis serves approximately 870 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 27.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Zela Davis has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #7,836 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Zela Davis show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Zela Davis runs 27.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
40% of students at Zela Davis 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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Zela Davis — Students at Zela Davis score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.2%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.1/10.
How Zela Davis Compares
See how Zela Davis performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
13435 South Yukon Ave., Hawthorne, CA 90250
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Zela Davis may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mark Twain Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Lawndale), which scores notably higher. Another option is York (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jefferson (rated 7.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hawthorne, see our Hawthorne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kornblum Hawthorne | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Bud Carson Middle Hawthorne | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Da Vinci RISE High El Segundo | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Prairie Vista Middle Hawthorne | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Rising Stars Academy Elementary Hawthorne | 0.5 mi | — |
| Jefferson Hawthorne | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Renaissance County Community Hawthorne | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| LAUNCH PAD LEARNING Hawthorne | 0.7 mi | — |
| Leuzinger High Lawndale | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Washington Hawthorne | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Hawthorne Middle Hawthorne | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| F. D. Roosevelt Elementary Lawndale | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Purche Avenue Elementary Gardena | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Bennett/Kew P-8 Leadership Academy of Excellence Inglewood | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| York Hawthorne | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| MARIA REGINA Gardena | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Maria Regina Gardena | 1.1 mi | — |
| Environmental Charter Middle - Inglewood Inglewood | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Lawndale | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Hawthorne Math and Science Academy Hawthorne | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90250 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,923
Median Home Value
$827,600
Median Rent
$1,723/mo
Population
94,991
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
31.8%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
34
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cabrillo Elementary Upland, CA | 4.6 |
| Captain Raymond Collins Long Beach, CA | 4.6 |
| Carl E. Gilbert Elementary Buena Park, CA | 4.6 |
| Dr. Ernest Garcia Elementary Colton, CA | 4.6 |
| Four Creeks Elementary Visalia, CA | 4.6 |
| Harriette Kirschen Elementary Modesto, CA | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Zela Davis
What grades does Zela Davis serve?
Zela Davis serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Zela Davis?
Zela Davis has an enrollment of approximately 870 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Zela Davis?
The student-teacher ratio at Zela Davis is 27.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Zela Davis rank in CA?
Zela Davis ranks #7,836 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Zela Davis's MySchoolScout rating?
Zela Davis has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Zela Davis?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Zela Davis has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Zela Davis a charter school?
No, Zela Davis is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Zela Davis a Title I school?
No, Zela Davis is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Zela Davis?
85.2% of students at Zela Davis 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
- 870
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.1%
- Phone
- (310) 679-1771
Resources & Links
District
Hawthorne- District Enrollment
- 7,025
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,570
- District Rank
- #11 of 11
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