Serving 357 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cantara 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 357 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cantara Street Elementary serves the northwest part of Reseda, CA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 0.5 miles and the furthest edge located 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cantara Street Elementary School's student population of 357 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
357 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Learning and the Arts are Celebrated
School Rankings
Cantara 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 Cantara Street Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#3932 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
79%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. 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 Cantara Street Elementary School's ranking?
Cantara Street Elementary School is ranked #3932 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cantara Street Elementary School often compared to?
Cantara Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blythe Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cantara Street Elementary School?
357 students attend Cantara Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Cantara Street Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cantara Street Elementary School?
Cantara Street Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cantara Street Elementary School offer ?
Cantara Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cantara Street Elementary School part of?
Cantara Street Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I love this school and as a 4th grade student at cantata I would give this school a 100 out of 10. Some people say the teachers are mean but they really aren't they are very friendly. I love this school; the school is like a family that always will welcome me with open arms. I love to help the school they also taught me my option will always matter so don't neglect your feelings. I really love this school, it is like my second home. The only thing everyone kid hates is homework.
1 10/10/2025
The principle there is the worst.I recommend any school but this one.
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