Serving 459 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Van Nuys Elementary serves the northern part of its school district in Van Nuys, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located roughly 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Van Nuys Elementary School's student population of 459 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
459 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Van Nuys Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Nuys Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#6009 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Nuys Elementary School's ranking?
Van Nuys Elementary School is ranked #6009 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Van Nuys Elementary School?
459 students attend Van Nuys Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Van Nuys Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Van Nuys Elementary School?
Van Nuys Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to 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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