HADDON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Haddon Avenue Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in Pacoima, CA with about 822 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 35 teachers, Haddon Avenue Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. 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.

Haddon Avenue Elementary, located in Pacoima, California, operates as a specialized STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) academy within the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). The school is dedicated to providing a rigorous academic environment that emphasizes hands-on learning, critical thinking, and creativity. By integrating STEAM disciplines into the core curriculum, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for future success in an increasingly technology-driven world, encouraging students to become innovative problem-solvers.

Beyond its academic focus, Haddon Avenue Elementary serves as a central hub for the local Pacoima community. The school promotes a supportive campus culture that values collaboration, equity, and student engagement. Through partnerships with families and the surrounding neighborhood, the administration strives to create an inclusive environment where students can develop both their technical skills and their social-emotional well-being. As a STEAM academy, it distinguishes itself by offering specialized programs that foster curiosity and technical proficiency from an early age.

For more information, contact Haddon Avenue Elementary at (818) 899-0244 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.