Serving 320 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Van Deene Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Van Deene Avenue Elementary School's student population of 320 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
320 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
2024
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Motto
Home of the kind Vikings! Where creativity takes center stage!
School Rankings
Van Deene Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Deene Avenue Elementary School is 0.41, which is less 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
#3428 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
76%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Vikings
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Deene Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Van Deene Avenue Elementary School is ranked #3428 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Van Deene Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Van Deene Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Halldale Elementary School, Meyler Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Van Deene Avenue Elementary School?
320 students attend Van Deene Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Van Deene Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Van Deene Avenue Elementary School?
Van Deene Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Van Deene Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Van Deene Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Van Deene Avenue Elementary School part of?
Van Deene Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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