Melrose Avenue Elementary

731 N. Detroit St.
Los Angeles, CA 90046

www.melrosestars.org

440 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Melrose Avenue Elementary, located in the Fairfax district of Los Angeles, is a public school serving students from transitional kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), the school prides itself on fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment. It is well-regarded for its strong sense of community, often highlighted by the active involvement of parents and local stakeholders who contribute to the school's "Melrose Stars" culture.

Academically, the school focuses on a balanced curriculum that emphasizes core subjects while integrating enrichment opportunities. Because of its location in a diverse urban area, the school works to provide a global perspective to its students, often utilizing its proximity to the cultural hubs of Los Angeles to enhance learning. Through its dedicated staff and supportive PTA, Melrose Avenue Elementary strives to prepare students for middle school success by balancing rigorous academic standards with social-emotional development.

440

Total Students

18.0

Full-Time Teachers

24.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

43.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Los Angeles Unified
Phone:	(323)938-6275
Website:	http://www.melrosestars.org
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	440
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	18.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	24.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	166
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	26

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

1st

2nd

3rd

4th

5th

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught at Melrose Avenue Elementary
Grade
KG
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)