Serving 487 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Heliotrope Avenue Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Heliotrope Avenue Elementary School's student population of 487 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heliotrope Avenue Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heliotrope Avenue Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#4982 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
98%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Heliotrope Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Heliotrope Avenue Elementary School is ranked #4982 out of 9,602 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 33% CA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Heliotrope Avenue Elementary School?
487 students attend Heliotrope Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Heliotrope Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heliotrope Avenue Elementary School?
Heliotrope Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Heliotrope Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Heliotrope Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Heliotrope Avenue Elementary School part of?
Heliotrope Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 3/17/2009
We were recognized for our acheivement by the city and media. You can upload a video on you tube. Just search for Heliotrope Academic Carnival Channel 62. We have also won many trophies for our involvement and dedication to sports. We also work very close with our parents. They are much part of the school as the teachers and administration.
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