Serving 369 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Vanalden Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% 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: 369 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vanalden Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Vanalden Avenue Elementary School's student population of 369 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
369 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Motto
Ready for the World
School Rankings
Vanalden Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vanalden Avenue Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#4369 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
75%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vanalden Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Vanalden Avenue Elementary School is ranked #4369 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Vanalden Avenue Elementary School?
369 students attend Vanalden Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Vanalden Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vanalden Avenue Elementary School?
Vanalden Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vanalden Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Vanalden Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Vanalden Avenue Elementary School part of?
Vanalden Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Vanalden Avenue Elementary School located?
Vanalden Avenue Elementary School is located in the Tarzana neighborhood of Reseda, CA.
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