Serving 371 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Purche Avenue Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Purche Avenue Elementary School's student population of 371 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Purche Avenue Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Purche Avenue Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#5677 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
35%
56%
Black
50%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Purche Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Purche Avenue Elementary School is ranked #5677 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Purche Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Purche Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brentwood Science, Roosevelt Elementary School, One Hundred Fifty-sixth Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Purche Avenue Elementary School?
371 students attend Purche Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Purche Avenue Elementary School students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Purche Avenue Elementary School?
Purche Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Purche Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Purche Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Purche Avenue Elementary School part of?
Purche Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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