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Best Reseda Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 16 public elementary schools serving 8,322 students in Reseda, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Reseda, CA are Sherman Oaks Center For Enriched Studies, James Jordan Middle School and Newcastle Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Reseda, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in Reseda have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Reseda, CA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sherman Oaks Center For Enriched Studies
Alternative School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
18605 Erwin St.
Reseda, CA 91335
(818) 758-5600
Gr: 4-12 | 1,712 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
James Jordan Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
18600 Lanark St.
Reseda, CA 91335
(818) 882-2496
Gr: 6-8 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Newcastle Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
6520 Newcastle Ave.
Reseda, CA 91335
(818) 343-8795
Gr: K-5 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
Magnolia Science Academy 5
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
18238 Sherman Way
Reseda, CA 91335
(818) 705-5676
Gr: 6-12 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Cantara Street Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
17950 Cantara St.
Reseda, CA 91335
(818) 342-5191
Gr: K-5 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
Vanalden Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
19019 Delano St.
Reseda, CA 91335
(818) 342-5131
Gr: K-5 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #77.
Reseda Charter High School
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
18230 Kittridge St.
Reseda, CA 91335
(818) 758-3600
Gr: 6-12 | 1,339 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Garden Grove Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
18141 Valerio St.
Reseda, CA 91335
(818) 343-4762
Gr: K-5 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Melvin Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
7700 Melvin Ave.
Reseda, CA 91335
(818) 886-7171
Gr: K-5 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1010.
Shirley Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
19452 Hart St.
Reseda, CA 91335
(818) 342-6183
Gr: K-5 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #1111.
Magnolia Science Academy
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
18238 Sherman Way
Reseda, CA 91335
(818) 609-0507
Gr: 6-12 | 746 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1212.
Bertrand Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
7021 Bertrand Ave.
Reseda, CA 91335
(818) 342-1103
Gr: K-5 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #1313.
Reseda Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
7265 Amigo Ave.
Reseda, CA 91335
(818) 343-1312
Gr: K-5 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #1414.
Blythe Street Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
18730 Blythe St.
Reseda, CA 91335
(818) 345-4066
Gr: K-5 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1515.
Sven Lokrantz Special Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
19451 Wyandotte St.
Reseda, CA 91335
(818) 886-8980
Gr: K-12 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: n/an/a
Virtual Academy Of Business & Entrepreneurship
Alternative School
18720 Linnet St.
Reseda, CA 91335
(818) 821-0336
Gr: K-12 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 92%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Reseda, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Reseda, CA include Sherman Oaks Center For Enriched Studies, James Jordan Middle School and Newcastle Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Reseda?
16 public elementary schools are located in Reseda.
What is the racial composition of students in Reseda?
Reseda public elementary schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Reseda are often viewed compared to one another?

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