Serving 428 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Overland Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Math Proficiency: 85%
- Reading Proficiency: 88%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Overland Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Overland Avenue Elementary School's student population of 428 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
428 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Overland Avenue Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)85%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)88%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
12%
Hispanic
14%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
50%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Overland Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Overland Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westwood Charter Elementary School, Clover Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Overland Avenue Elementary School?
428 students attend Overland Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Overland Avenue Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Overland Avenue Elementary School?
Overland Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Overland Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Overland Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Overland Avenue Elementary School part of?
Overland Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Overland Avenue Elementary School located?
Overland Avenue Elementary School is located in the Cheviot Hills neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
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