Serving 652 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Limerick Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 42% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 652 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Limerick Avenue Elementary School's student population of 652 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
652 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Limerick Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Limerick Avenue Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#3578 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
83%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Limerick Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Limerick Avenue Elementary School is ranked #3578 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Limerick Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Limerick Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fullbright Avenue Elementary School, Winnetka Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Limerick Avenue Elementary School?
652 students attend Limerick Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Limerick Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Limerick Avenue Elementary School?
Limerick Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Limerick Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Limerick Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Limerick Avenue Elementary School part of?
Limerick Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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