Serving 464 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Vena 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 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 98% 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: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Vena Avenue Elementary serves the northern part of Pacoima, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most students live within a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vena 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
Vena Avenue Elementary School's student population of 464 students has declined by 14% 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
464 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The Hidden Jewel of Northeast San Fernando Valley in the City of Arleta
School Rankings
Vena 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 Vena Avenue Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#1259 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
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
90%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vena Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Vena Avenue Elementary School is ranked #1259 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Vena Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Vena Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montague Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Vena Avenue Elementary School?
464 students attend Vena Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Vena Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vena Avenue Elementary School?
Vena Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vena Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Vena Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Vena Avenue Elementary School part of?
Vena Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Vena Avenue Elementary School located?
Vena Avenue Elementary School is located in the Arleta neighborhood of Pacoima, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Arleta.
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