Serving 474 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Calahan Street Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher 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 89% 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: 474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Calahan Community Charter serves the northwest part of Northridge, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Families in this zone typically experience a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Calahan Street Elementary School's student population of 474 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
474 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
School Rankings
Calahan Street Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calahan Street Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#3470 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
60%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-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 Calahan Street Elementary School's ranking?
Calahan Street Elementary School is ranked #3470 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Calahan Street Elementary School often compared to?
Calahan Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies, Napa Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Calahan Street Elementary School?
474 students attend Calahan Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Calahan Street Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Calahan Street Elementary School?
Calahan Street Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Calahan Street Elementary School offer ?
Calahan Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Calahan Street Elementary School part of?
Calahan Street Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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