Van Ness 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%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
172 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Van Ness 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).
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)
21-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
1%
Asian
(21-22)5%
12%
Hispanic
(21-22)81%
56%
Black
(21-22)2%
5%
White
(21-22)7%
21%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)5%
5%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
80%
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 Van Ness Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Van Ness 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 Van Ness Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Van Ness Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles H. Kim Elementary School 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 Van Ness Avenue Elementary School?
172 students attend Van Ness Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Van Ness Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Van Ness Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Van Ness Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Van Ness Avenue Elementary School part of?
Van Ness Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Van Ness Avenue Elementary School located?
Van Ness Avenue Elementary School is located in the Larchmont neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
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