Overview

Denker Avenue Elementary School is a public school in Gardena, CA, offering a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 640 elementary schools in Los Angeles Unified School District.
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School Rating

Denker Avenue 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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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School

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Neighborhood

1620 West 162nd Street
Gardena, CA 90247
School leader: Ms Evelia Perea
(310) 327-9420
(310) 324-6949
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