Serving 443 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Van Nuys Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Math Proficiency: 23%
- Reading Proficiency: 25%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Nuys Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Van Nuys Elementary School's student population of 443 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
443 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Van Nuys Elementary School is 0.13, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)23%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
93%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Van Nuys Elementary School often compared to?
Van Nuys Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kittridge Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Van Nuys Elementary School?
443 students attend Van Nuys Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Van Nuys Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Van Nuys Elementary School?
Van Nuys Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Van Nuys Elementary School offer ?
Van Nuys Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Van Nuys Elementary School part of?
Van Nuys Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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