Serving 419 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Meadows Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (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 50% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadows Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Meadows Avenue Elementary School's student population of 419 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Meadows Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadows Avenue Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#33 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
16%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
50%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
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 Meadows Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Meadows Avenue Elementary School is ranked #33 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Meadows Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Meadows Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pacific Elementary School, Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Meadows Avenue Elementary School?
419 students attend Meadows Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Meadows Avenue Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meadows Avenue Elementary School?
Meadows Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Meadows Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Meadows Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Meadows Avenue Elementary School part of?
Meadows Avenue Elementary School is part of Manhattan Beach Unified School District.
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Spring Break - NO SCHOOL (Events)
April 06, 2026 (Monday)
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April 07, 2026 (Tuesday)
Spring Break - NO SCHOOL (Events)
April 08, 2026 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - NO SCHOOL (Events)
April 09, 2026 (Thursday)
Spring Break - NO SCHOOL (Events)
April 10, 2026 (Friday)
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