Serving 809 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Union 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 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 809 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Union Avenue Elementary School's student population of 809 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
809 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Unicorns! Go Union!
School Rankings
Union 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 Union Avenue Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#5957 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Unicorn
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Union Avenue Elementary School is ranked #5957 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Union Avenue Elementary School?
809 students attend Union Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Union Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union Avenue Elementary School?
Union Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Union Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Union Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Union Avenue Elementary School part of?
Union Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Union Avenue Elementary School located?
Union Avenue Elementary School is located in the Westlake neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 34 other public schools located in Westlake.
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