Overview

Melrose Elementary School is a magnet school in Los Angeles, CA, offering a Gifted & Talented program and 2 sports. It is one of 640 elementary schools in Los Angeles Unified School District.
This school supports strong academic outcomes for all students. Learn more.

School Rating

Melrose Elementary School is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in California with the same grade levels.
7/10
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Courses & Programs

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School

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4.5
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Neighborhood

731 North Detroit Street
Los Angeles, CA 90046
School leader: Mathew Needleman
(323) 938-6275
(323) 938-4981
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