Melrose Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Melrose Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
420 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Melrose Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#723 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
1%
Asian
(21-22)34%
12%
Hispanic
(21-22)24%
56%
Black
(21-22)5%
5%
White
(21-22)26%
21%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)11%
5%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
33%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melrose Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Melrose Avenue Elementary School is ranked #723 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Melrose Avenue Elementary School?
420 students attend Melrose Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Melrose Avenue Elementary School students are Asian, 26% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What grades does Melrose Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Melrose Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Melrose Avenue Elementary School part of?
Melrose Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Melrose Avenue Elementary School located?
Melrose Avenue Elementary School is located in the Fairfax neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Fairfax.
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