Serving 450 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chandler Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chandler Learning Academy serves the northern part of Van Nuys, CA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 1.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 0.7 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1.1 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chandler Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Chandler Elementary School's student population of 450 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
450 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
HOME OF THE CHEETAHS!
School Rankings
Chandler Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chandler Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#1314 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
39%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
23%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Charlie The Cheetah
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chandler Elementary School's ranking?
Chandler Elementary School is ranked #1314 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Chandler Elementary School often compared to?
Chandler Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kester Avenue Elementary School, Riverside Drive Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Chandler Elementary School?
450 students attend Chandler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Chandler Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chandler Elementary School?
Chandler Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Chandler Elementary School offer ?
Chandler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Chandler Elementary School part of?
Chandler Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Chandler Elementary School located?
Chandler Elementary School is located in the Sherman Oaks neighborhood of Van Nuys, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Sherman Oaks.
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