For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,255 students in 91411, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 91411, CA are Kester Avenue Elementary School, Sylvan Park Elementary School and Van Nuys Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 91411 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 91411, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 91411, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kester Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5353 Kester Ave.
Van Nuys, CA 91411
(818) 787-6751
Van Nuys, CA 91411
(818) 787-6751
Gr: K-5 | 886 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Sylvan Park Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6238 Noble Ave.
Van Nuys, CA 91411
(818) 988-4020
Van Nuys, CA 91411
(818) 988-4020
Gr: K-5 | 643 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Van Nuys Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5435 Vesper Ave.
Van Nuys, CA 91411
(818) 267-5900
Van Nuys, CA 91411
(818) 267-5900
Gr: 6-8 | 726 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 91411, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 91411, CA include Kester Avenue Elementary School, Sylvan Park Elementary School and Van Nuys Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 91411?
3 public elementary schools are located in 91411.
What is the racial composition of students in 91411?
91411 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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