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Melrose Avenue Elementary

731 North Detroit St., Los Angeles, CA, 90046

Top 10% School in California

Ranked 108 of 2658 in California

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About Melrose Avenue Elementary

In Los Angeles, California, Melrose Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school. It is in a large city. There are 450 students at the school, which is for kids in kindergarten through fifth grade. There is one teacher for every 25 students at Melrose Avenue Elementary, which has 18 full-time equivalent teachers. There are 53% boys and 47% girls in the student body. About 44% of the students are considered to be economically disadvantaged. This shows that the area around the school is very different. The curriculum at Melrose Avenue Elementary meets state standards and focuses on the basics of math, reading, science, and social studies. It also has programs to help students learn and stay interested, as well as targeted academic interventions. U.S. News says that 74% of students were good at math and 74% were good at reading (ELA). This means that they did better in school than most students in the district and the state. The amount of money each student gets is what is normal for the Los Angeles Unified School District. Melrose Avenue Elementary generally has good academic results and is committed to helping students grow by giving them a well-rounded education.

Contact Information

Address

731 North Detroit St., Los Angeles, CA, 90046

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Phone

(323) 938-6275

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 74%
Reading 74%
State average proficiency is 74% in Math and 74% in Reading.
18
Full-time Teachers
25 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
450
Total Students
$103753
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 108 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Melrose Avenue Elementary

2.5X
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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MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM to 2:28 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 25.11%
Asian 32.89%
Hispanic 24%
Black 6.22%
Two+ Races 11.78%
Native Am. 0%
White
25.11%
Asian
32.89%
Hispanic
24%
Black
6.22%
Two+ Races
11.78%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 450
47.33%
213 Female
52.67%
237 Male

Student Population

450 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 25 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

The beginning of the new school year at Melrose Avenue Elementary School in Los Angeles, California is very exciting. The school is now accepting applications for the next session. Parents who are thinking about sending their kids to school can visit the school to see its programs and facilities.

The school has done a lot to show that it wants to be a part of the community, like having the Harvest Festival and the meeting of the English Learner Advisory Committee. The principal and other dedicated staff are working hard to make the school a welcoming and positive place where students can succeed. The school wants to get students interested in learning, help them build important skills, and get them involved in their community.

It focuses on STEAM education and using technology in one-on-one settings. It helps kids become successful, caring, and confident adults.

FAQ

Q1. What does the school do to help students think critically?

Ans. Teachers use hands-on experiments and inquiry-based projects to help students think critically.

Q2. Are there any special programs for students with different needs?

Ans. Melrose Avenue Elementary helps students with different learning needs and gives all of them chances to learn more.

Q3. What role do families play in their children's education?

Ans. Families stay connected to the school community through family nights, parent workshops, and regular updates.

Q4. What type of learning does Melrose Avenue Elementary emphasize?

Ans. Melrose Avenue Elementary emphasizes active learning techniques that facilitate critical thinking, collaboration among peers, and the establishment of robust academic foundations within a secure environment.

Q5. What else does the school do to help students grow besides schoolwork?

Ans. The school helps students grow socially by giving them structured activities that help them become more confident, responsible, and good friends with other students.

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.

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

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