MENLO AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Menlo Avenue Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in Los Angeles, CA with about 540 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 24 teachers, Menlo Avenue Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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.

Menlo Avenue Elementary, located in the historic Exposition Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, is a public school serving students in grades Pre-K through 5 within the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). As a neighborhood school, it serves as a central hub for the local South Los Angeles community, focusing on foundational academic development, literacy, and numeracy. The school operates with a commitment to providing an inclusive learning environment that supports a diverse student body, often emphasizing social-emotional growth alongside standard curriculum requirements.

Beyond core academics, Menlo Avenue Elementary strives to foster a positive school culture through various student support programs and community engagement initiatives. Being situated in an urban setting, the school works closely with local partners and families to ensure students have access to necessary resources. With its long-standing presence in the 90037 area code, the school remains a key educational pillar for local families, dedicated to preparing young learners for success as they transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Menlo Avenue Elementary at (323) 232-4291 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.