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Bushnell Way Elementary

5507 Bushnell Way, Los Angeles, CA, 90042

About Bushnell Way Elementary

Bushnell Way Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, California. It is in a big city. The school has about 159 students and serves kids in grades Kindergarten through 5. Bushnell Way Elementary has a student-teacher ratio of 14:1, which is lower than the district average. This is because the school has about 11 full-time teachers. The school follows the district's standard curriculum, which focuses on core subjects like math and English Language Arts. Based on the data, 32% of students did well enough in math and reading to be considered proficient. This shows that their academic performance was average. The demographics of the students show that they come from a wide range of backgrounds and are financially struggling. There are 47% female and 53% male students in the school. 81% of the students come from low-income families, and a large number of them are minorities. Bushnell Way Elementary is in the Eagle Rock/Highland Park area of Los Angeles and is a community-focused school. Overall, the school provides basic instruction, has small class sizes that are good for learning, and gives students chances to improve their math and reading skills even more.

Bushnell Way Elementary Contact Information

Address

5507 Bushnell Way, Los Angeles, CA, 90042

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Phone

(323) 255-6511

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 32%
Reading 32%
State average proficiency is 32% in Math and 32% in Reading.
11
Full-time Teachers
14 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
159
Total Students
$103753
Avg. Teacher Salary
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Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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More likely to persue STEM Careers
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Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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Led by competition winners
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Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:10 AM to 2:34 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:55 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 2.52%
Asian 5.03%
Hispanic 87.42%
Black 2.52%
Two+ Races 2.52%
Native Am. 0%
White
2.52%
Asian
5.03%
Hispanic
87.42%
Black
2.52%
Two+ Races
2.52%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 159
46.54%
74 Female
53.46%
85 Male

Student Population

159 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Bushnell Way Elementary in Los Angeles, California, is looking forward to the start of the new school year! The school has just welcomed students back and is off to a great start. Principal Liliana Narvaez and the hard-working staff are making the school a place where students can do well in school and in life.

As the holidays get closer, everyone at the school community wants everyone to have a happy winter break! Bushnell Way Elementary is in the Los Angeles Unified School District and is dedicated to giving students a full education that will help them succeed. The school's focus on making a safe space for students is clear in the ways it helps them grow and learn. Bushnell Way Elementary is a great school in Los Angeles because it has strong ties to the community.

FAQ

Q1. What does the school do to encourage good behavior?

Ans. Students learn to be responsible and polite when they know what is expected of them and get regular praise.

Q2. What does Bushnell Way Elementary do to help parents?

Ans. The school keeps in touch with families through meetings, updates, and activities that everyone can take part in.

Q3. What makes Bushnell Way Elementary a good place to be?

Ans. A friendly school environment makes students feel safe, supported, and eager to learn every day.

Q4. What kind of teaching does Bushnell Way Elementary use?

Ans. The school uses interesting lessons that make students think critically and take part in them every day.

Q5. What does the school do to make students feel like they belong?

Ans. Every student feels valued and supported when classrooms are welcoming and respectful.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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