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Calahan Street Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
18722 Knapp St., Northridge, CA 91324
Enrollment
457
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
457
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,864 of 9,539
In Northridge
#14 of 15
public schools
In district
#584 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Calahan Street Elementary
Calahan Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Northridge, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Calahan Street Elementary serves approximately 457 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Calahan Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,864 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Calahan Street Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Calahan Street Elementary runs 21.8:1 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.
39% of students at Calahan 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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Calahan Street Elementary — Students at Calahan Street Elementary score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.8%
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: 4.7/10.
How Calahan Street Elementary Compares
See how Calahan 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
18722 Knapp St., Northridge, CA 91324
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Calahan Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Magnolia Science Academy 7 (rated 6.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Cantara Street Elementary (rated 5.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Reseda), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Northridge, see our Northridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Little Treehouse Academy Northridge | 0.4 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Northridge | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies Northridge | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Napa Street Elementary Northridge | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Valley International Preparatory High Northridge | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Magnolia Science Academy 7 Northridge | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle Northridge | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Northridge Academy High Northridge | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Friends Kids Academy Northridge | 1.2 mi | — |
| Joaquin Miller Career and Transition Center Reseda | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Grover Cleveland Charter High Reseda | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| James Jordan Middle Reseda | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| NORTHPOINT SCHOOL & INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM Northridge | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Northpoint School and Intensive Outpatient Northridge | 1.2 mi | — |
| Northridge Middle Northridge | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Blythe Street Elementary Reseda | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| John R. Wooden High Reseda | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Cantara Street Elementary Reseda | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| KIDSVILLE USA Northridge | 1.5 mi | — |
| CASA MONTESSORI Northridge | 1.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91324 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$99,834
Median Home Value
$869,200
Median Rent
$2,286/mo
Population
29,510
College Educated
38.1%
Homeownership
48.5%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
38.7
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|---|---|
| Albany Park Elementary Delano, CA | 5.8 |
| Arroyo Elementary Ontario, CA | 5.8 |
| Avalon Elementary Perris, CA | 5.8 |
| BAIS CHAYA MUSHKA Los Angeles, CA | 5.8 |
| Bay Elementary San Lorenzo, CA | 5.8 |
| C. W. Dillard Elementary Wilton, CA | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Calahan Street Elementary
What grades does Calahan Street Elementary serve?
Calahan Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Calahan Street Elementary?
Calahan Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 457 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Calahan Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Calahan Street Elementary is 21.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Calahan Street Elementary rank in CA?
Calahan Street Elementary ranks #5,864 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Calahan Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Calahan Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Calahan Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Calahan Street Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Calahan Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Calahan Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Calahan Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Calahan Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Calahan Street Elementary?
69.8% of students at Calahan 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 457
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.7%
- Phone
- (818) 886-4612
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #584 of 769
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