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#6735 of 9,539 schools in CA
Balboa Elementary
Elementary School · Glendale Unified
1844 Bel Aire Dr., Glendale, CA 91201
Enrollment
806
Student-Teacher
24.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
806
Student-Teacher
24.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,735 of 9,539
In Glendale
#18 of 22
public schools
In district
#27 of 31
Glendale Unified
Equity
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Balboa Elementary
Balboa Elementary is a public elementary school in Glendale, CA, part of Glendale Unified. Balboa Elementary serves approximately 806 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Balboa Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,735 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Balboa Elementary show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Balboa Elementary runs 24.4:1 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.
38% of students at Balboa 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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Balboa Elementary — Students at Balboa Elementary score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.8%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.6/10.
How Balboa Elementary Compares
See how Balboa 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
1844 Bel Aire Dr., Glendale, CA 91201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Balboa Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Benjamin Franklin Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ROBERT BELLARMINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Burbank), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mark Keppel Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Glendale, see our Glendale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas Jefferson Elementary Glendale | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY Burbank | 0.6 mi | — |
| Joaquin Miller Elementary Burbank | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Scholars Preparatory School Burbank | 0.7 mi | — |
| SCHOLARS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Burbank | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Little Angels Academy Burbank Inc. Burbank | 1.0 mi | — |
| Burbank USD Community Day Burbank | 1.1 mi | — |
| ST ROBERT BELLARMINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Burbank | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| St. Robert Bellarmine Elementary Burbank | 1.2 mi | — |
| Mark Keppel Elementary Glendale | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary Glendale | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Herbert Hoover High Glendale | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Eleanor J. Toll Middle Glendale | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Ralph Emerson Elementary Burbank | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Burbank High Burbank | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| William McKinley Elementary Burbank | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| BONNIE ACADEMY Glendale | 1.9 mi | — |
| John Muir Middle Burbank | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF LOS ANGELES-BURBANK Burbank | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| International School of Los Angeles-BB Burbank | 2.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,980
Median Home Value
$1,060,500
Median Rent
$2,034/mo
Population
22,261
College Educated
34.4%
Homeownership
32.7%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
40.8
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| Arroyo Vista Charter Chula Vista, CA | 5.3 |
| Blue Oaks Elementary Roseville, CA | 5.3 |
| Bret Harte Elementary Modesto, CA | 5.3 |
| Bryant Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Balboa Elementary
What grades does Balboa Elementary serve?
Balboa Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Balboa Elementary?
Balboa Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 806 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Balboa Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Balboa Elementary is 24.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Balboa Elementary rank in CA?
Balboa Elementary ranks #6,735 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Balboa Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Balboa Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Balboa Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Balboa Elementary has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Balboa Elementary a charter school?
No, Balboa Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Balboa Elementary a Title I school?
No, Balboa Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Balboa Elementary?
58.8% of students at Balboa 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 806
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.6%
- Phone
- (818) 241-1801
Resources & Links
District
Glendale Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,049
- Schools in District
- 34
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,739
- District Rank
- #27 of 31
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