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Holmes Avenue Elementary

5108 Holmes Ave., Los Angeles, CA, 90058

About Holmes Avenue Elementary

Holmes Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, California. It is in a big city and is part of the Los Angeles Unified School District. The school has about 145 students, which is a small number for a school that serves students from kindergarten to grade 6. Holmes Avenue Elementary has about 7 full-time equivalent teachers, which gives it a student-teacher ratio of 21:1. This is close to the district average and allows for structured classroom instruction. The school follows a standard model for elementary education, focusing on core subjects like English language arts, math, science, and social studies. It also has instructional supports for both early and upper elementary students. Most of the students are from low-income families, and about 99% of them are eligible for assistance programs. The campus mainly serves a minority community. The gender distribution is pretty even, with 54% of students being female and 46% being male. According to U.S. News data, about 3% of students are good at math and 12% are good at reading. The amount of money spent per student is in line with what LAUSD elementary schools usually spend.

Holmes Avenue Elementary Contact Information

Address

5108 Holmes Ave., Los Angeles, CA, 90058

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Phone

(323) 582-7238

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 3%
Reading 12%
State average proficiency is 3% in Math and 12% in Reading.
7
Full-time Teachers
20 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
145
Total Students
$103753
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 6379 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Holmes Avenue Elementary

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More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

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: 8:00 AM to 2:23 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 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 0.69%
Asian 2.07%
Hispanic 68.97%
Black 26.9%
Two+ Races 0.69%
Native Am. 0.69%
White
0.69%
Asian
2.07%
Hispanic
68.97%
Black
26.9%
Two+ Races
0.69%
Native Am.
0.69%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 145
53.79%
78 Female
46.21%
67 Male

Student Population

145 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

298 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Holmes Avenue Elementary in Los Angeles, California, is doing good things! The school wants to create a safe, responsible, and welcoming space for all students so that they can reach their full potential. The school is in the Los Angeles Unified School District and has a regular school program. Holmes Avenue Elementary is really making a difference in the lives of its students by focusing on academic excellence and getting involved in the community. There isn't much recent news, but it's clear that the school cares about its students' success. Holmes Avenue Elementary has a long history. It was the first school in Los Angeles where Black teachers could get jobs, and it is still giving its students a good education.

FAQ

Q1. Are there any events at Holmes Avenue Elementary that families can attend?

Ans. Yes, the school has literacy nights, workshops for parents, and community events all year long.

Q2. How does the school help new students who start in the middle of the year?

Ans. Adams Elementary helps kids get used to new places by giving them orientation help and introductions to other kids.

Q3. Is there someone to watch over the kids before school?

Ans. Limited supervision is usually available just before classes start.

Q4. Does the school take food allergies into account?

Ans. Yes, the nurse and classroom staff can help you make individual plans.

Q5. Are there clubs for extra activities?

Ans. Depending on staffing and resources, the school sometimes offers rotating enrichment activities.

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

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

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James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

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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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