Serving 423 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Andres And Maria Cardenas Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary serves the northern part of Van Nuys, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. The school is typically a 5-10 minute drive for families living within this zone, which extends up to 0.9 miles from its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Andres And Maria Cardenas Elementary School's student population of 423 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
423 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Andres And Maria Cardenas Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Andres And Maria Cardenas Elementary School is 0.22, which is less 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
#7056 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
88%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Andres And Maria Cardenas Elementary School's ranking?
Andres And Maria Cardenas Elementary School is ranked #7056 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Andres And Maria Cardenas Elementary School?
423 students attend Andres And Maria Cardenas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Andres And Maria Cardenas Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Andres And Maria Cardenas Elementary School?
Andres And Maria Cardenas Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Andres And Maria Cardenas Elementary School offer ?
Andres And Maria Cardenas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Andres And Maria Cardenas Elementary School part of?
Andres And Maria Cardenas Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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