Serving 446 students in grades 3-5, Aviation Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aviation Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Aviation Elementary School's student population of 446 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
446 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Aviation Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aviation Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#1770 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
56%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
18%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aviation Elementary School's ranking?
Aviation Elementary School is ranked #1770 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Aviation Elementary School?
446 students attend Aviation Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Aviation Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aviation Elementary School?
Aviation Elementary School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Aviation Elementary School offer ?
Aviation Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Aviation Elementary School part of?
Aviation Elementary School is part of Wiseburn Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Aviation Elementary School located?
Aviation Elementary School is located in the HollyGlen neighborhood of Hawthorne, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in HollyGlen.
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