Serving 699 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Taper 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 56% (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 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 699 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Taper Avenue Elementary School's student population of 699 students has declined by 6% 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
699 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Terri The Tiger
School Rankings
Taper 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 Taper Avenue Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#2169 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
58%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
20%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Terri The Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taper Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Taper Avenue Elementary School is ranked #2169 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Taper Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Taper Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park Western Place 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 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Taper Avenue Elementary School?
699 students attend Taper Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Taper Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taper Avenue Elementary School?
Taper Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Taper Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Taper Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Taper Avenue Elementary School part of?
Taper Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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