MELBOURNE (ELLA P.) ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Melbourne (Ella P.) Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ABC Unified school district, located in Lakewood, CA with about 490 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 19 teachers, Melbourne (Ella P.) Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

**Melbourne (Ella P.) Elementary School**, located at 21314 Claretta Ave. in Lakewood, California, is a public elementary school serving students in the ABC Unified School District. The school is named in honor of Ella P. Melbourne, a dedicated educator who contributed significantly to the local community. The campus serves as a foundational educational environment for students in the surrounding neighborhood, focusing on providing a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes literacy, mathematics, and social development.

The school is well-regarded for its commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive atmosphere for its diverse student body. By utilizing a blend of traditional instructional methods and modern educational technology, Melbourne Elementary aims to prepare its students for academic success as they transition to middle school. With a strong emphasis on community involvement and parental engagement, the school strives to create a collaborative environment where students are encouraged to reach their full potential both inside and outside the classroom.

For more information, contact Melbourne (Ella P.) Elementary at (562) 229-7885 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.