Serving 145 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Holmes Avenue Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holmes Avenue Elementary School's student population of 145 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
145 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Building the Leaders of Tomorrow!
School Rankings
Holmes Avenue Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holmes Avenue Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#9367 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
69%
56%
Black
27%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holmes Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Holmes Avenue Elementary School is ranked #9367 out of 9,523 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Holmes Avenue Elementary School?
145 students attend Holmes Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Holmes Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holmes Avenue Elementary School?
Holmes Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Holmes Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Holmes Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Holmes Avenue Elementary School part of?
Holmes Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Holmes Avenue Elementary School located?
Holmes Avenue Elementary School is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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