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#5090 of 9,539 schools in CA
Apperson Street Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
10233 Woodward Ave., Sunland, CA 91040
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher
23.6:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher
23.6:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,090 of 9,539
In Sunland
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#522 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Apperson Street Elementary
Apperson Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Sunland, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Apperson Street Elementary serves approximately 354 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Apperson Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #5,090 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Apperson Street Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Apperson Street Elementary runs 23.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
34% of students at Apperson Street Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Apperson Street Elementary — Students at Apperson Street Elementary score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.9/10.
How Apperson Street Elementary Compares
See how Apperson Street Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
10233 Woodward Ave., Sunland, CA 91040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Apperson Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dunsmore Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby La Crescenta), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Tujunga), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JAMES-HOLY REDEEMER SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby La Crescenta), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sunland, see our Sunland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Haykazunyadz Armenian Center Inc. Tujunga | 0.3 mi | — |
| HAYKAZUNYADZ CHILD CARE CENTER INC. Tujunga | 0.3 mi | — |
| Mt. Lukens Continuation Tujunga | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Sunland Elementary Sunland | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Verdugo Hills Senior High Tujunga | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Plainview Academic Charter Academy Tujunga | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Mt. Gleason Middle Sunland | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Tujunga | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Pinewood Avenue Elementary Tujunga | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Mountain View Elementary Tujunga | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Chamlian Armenian School Glendale | 2.7 mi | — |
| First Steps La Crescenta | 2.8 mi | — |
| CHAMLIAN ARMENIAN SCHOOL Glendale | 2.7 mi | 2.3 |
| FIRST STEPS SCHOOL La Crescenta | 2.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Vinedale College Preparatory Academy Sun Valley | 3.0 mi | 4.7 |
| ST JAMES-HOLY REDEEMER SCHOOL La Crescenta | 3.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Dunsmore Elementary La Crescenta | 3.1 mi | 8.8 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Burbank | 3.5 mi | 6.1 |
| VILLAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sun Valley | 3.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Saint Francis Xavier School Burbank | 3.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,719
Median Home Value
$787,000
Median Rent
$1,820/mo
Population
21,436
College Educated
31.4%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
34.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
43.3
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Almond Acres Charter Academy Paso Robles, CA | 6.2 |
| Bonita Street Elementary Carson, CA | 6.2 |
| CRANE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Santa Barbara, CA | 6.2 |
| California Elementary West Covina, CA | 6.2 |
| Canoas Elementary San Jose, CA | 6.2 |
| Carlin C. Coppin Elementary Lincoln, CA | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Apperson Street Elementary
What grades does Apperson Street Elementary serve?
Apperson Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Apperson Street Elementary?
Apperson Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 354 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Apperson Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Apperson Street Elementary is 23.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Apperson Street Elementary rank in CA?
Apperson Street Elementary ranks #5,090 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Apperson Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Apperson Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Apperson Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Apperson Street Elementary has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Apperson Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Apperson Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Apperson Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Apperson Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Apperson Street Elementary?
61.9% of students at Apperson Street Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 354
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.9%
- Phone
- (818) 353-5544
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #522 of 769
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