Serving 296 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Canfield 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 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canfield 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
Canfield Avenue Elementary School's student population of 296 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Motto
Children are our Future
Average Class Size
24 students
School Rankings
Canfield Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canfield Avenue Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#861 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
24%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
47%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canfield Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Canfield Avenue Elementary School is ranked #861 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Canfield Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Canfield Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Castle Heights Elementary School, Crescent Heights Boulevard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Canfield Avenue Elementary School?
296 students attend Canfield Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Canfield Avenue Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canfield Avenue Elementary School?
Canfield Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Canfield Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Canfield Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Canfield Avenue Elementary School part of?
Canfield Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Canfield Avenue Elementary School located?
Canfield Avenue Elementary School is located in the Beverlywood neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Beverlywood.
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Date
Last Day of School
June 10, 2026 (Wednesday)
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