Serving 400 students in grades Kindergarten-6, La Crescenta 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 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Crescenta Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
La Crescenta Elementary School's student population of 400 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
400 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
La Crescenta 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 La Crescenta Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#1584 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
12%
Hispanic
24%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
51%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Crescenta Elementary School's ranking?
La Crescenta Elementary School is ranked #1584 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Crescenta Elementary School often compared to?
La Crescenta Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monte Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend La Crescenta Elementary School?
400 students attend La Crescenta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of La Crescenta Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Crescenta Elementary School?
La Crescenta Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Crescenta Elementary School offer ?
La Crescenta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is La Crescenta Elementary School part of?
La Crescenta Elementary School is part of Glendale Unified School District.
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