Serving 510 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Scott Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Scott Avenue Elementary School's student population of 510 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
510 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Scott Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scott Avenue Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#2502 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
75%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
12%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scott Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Scott Avenue Elementary School is ranked #2502 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Scott Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Scott Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Russell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Scott Avenue Elementary School?
510 students attend Scott Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Scott Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Scott Avenue Elementary School?
Scott Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Scott Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Scott Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Scott Avenue Elementary School part of?
Scott Avenue Elementary School is part of East Whittier City Elementary School District.
School Calendar
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Thanksgiving Break - No School All Week (Events Calendar)
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break/NO SCHOOL (Events Calendar)
March 23, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School/Dismissal 11:40am (Events Calendar)
June 03, 2026 (Wednesday)
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