Serving 503 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Toluca Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 81% 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: 503 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Toluca Lake Elementary serves the northern part of North Hollywood, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive time of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 0.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Toluca Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Toluca Lake Elementary School's student population of 503 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
503 students
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
It's great to be a Tiger!
School Rankings
Toluca Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Toluca Lake Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#2066 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
7%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
55%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
7%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
19%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Toluca Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Toluca Lake Elementary School is ranked #2066 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Toluca Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Toluca Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rio Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Toluca Lake Elementary School?
503 students attend Toluca Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Toluca Lake Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Toluca Lake Elementary School?
Toluca Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Toluca Lake Elementary School offer ?
Toluca Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Toluca Lake Elementary School part of?
Toluca Lake Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I LOVE TOLUKA ELEMENTARY,HAD A VERY WARM EXPERIENCE 2 YEARS AGO WHEN WALKED IN TO SCHOOL IN THE MIDDLE OF SEASON,AND WAS GREETED WITH JOSEFINE,ONE OF THE OFFICE STAFF.SHE WAS VERY HELPFUL. WENT OUT OF HER WAY TO HELP,THEN THERE IS MR.SANCHES SUCH A NICE,HELPFUL TEACHER WHO WILL WORK WITH U TO IMPROVE YR CHILD'S WHATEVER AREA NEEDS THE IMPROVEMENT .THERE IS LUCY FROM PARENT ROOM,SUCH A POSITIVE LADY WITH SMILE AND MRS.DANIEL WOMAN WITH A BIGGGG HEART,,,GREAT WARM STAFF AND SAFE SCHOOL,,,,
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