Serving 412 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Darby Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Darby Avenue Charter serves the northwest part of Porter Ranch, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Darby Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Darby Avenue Elementary School's student population of 412 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
412 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Partnering for Safety
School Rankings
Darby Avenue 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 Darby Avenue Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1535 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
46%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
20%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Darby Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Darby Avenue Elementary School is ranked #1535 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Darby Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Darby Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beckford Charter For Enriched Studies, Castlebay Lane Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Darby Avenue Elementary School?
412 students attend Darby Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Darby Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Darby Avenue Elementary School?
Darby Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Darby Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Darby Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Darby Avenue Elementary School part of?
Darby Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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5 10/10/2025
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