Serving 405 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Short Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Short Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Short Avenue Elementary School's student population of 405 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
405 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Short Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Short Avenue Elementary School is 0.71, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2421 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
36%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
26%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
32%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Short Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Short Avenue Elementary School is ranked #2421 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Short Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Short Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Short Avenue Elementary School?
405 students attend Short Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Short Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Two or more races, 26% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Short Avenue Elementary School?
Short Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Short Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Short Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Short Avenue Elementary School part of?
Short Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Short Avenue Elementary School located?
Short Avenue Elementary School is located in the Del Rey neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in Del Rey.
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