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Canoga Park Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

7438 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Canoga Park, CA 91303

Enrollment

505

Student-Teacher

18:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#7,267 of 9,539

In Canoga Park

#10 of 13

public schools

In district

#700 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Canoga Park Elementary

5.0/10

Elementary School in Canoga Park · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Canoga Park Elementary

Canoga Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Canoga Park, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Canoga Park Elementary serves approximately 505 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Canoga Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,267 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Canoga Park Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

35% of students at Canoga Park 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16.7% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22.3% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-29 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-20.5 pts
Overall Proficiency20% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-2.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism34.5%

Canoga Park Elementary — Students at Canoga Park Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

93.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 27.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 29.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
53%
ELA
35%
2010
Math
59%
ELA
41%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
46%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
40%
2014
Math
13%
ELA
19%
2015
Math
14%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
24%
2017
Math
21%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
23%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
10.5%
ELA
23.6%
2024
Math
16.4%
ELA
22.6%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.5/10.

How Canoga Park Elementary Compares

See how Canoga Park Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
24th percentile in CA
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
94%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

7438 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Canoga Park, CA 91303

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Canoga Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Village Charter Academy (rated 8.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KADIMA DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby West Hills), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Capistrano Avenue Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby West Hills), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Canoga Park, see our Canoga Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Village Charter Academy Canoga Park 0.2 mi 8.5
Faith Baptist Canoga Park 0.4 mi
OUR LADY OF THE VALLEY SCHOOL Canoga Park 0.4 mi 4.8
Our Lady of the Valley School Canoga Park 0.5 mi
COUTIN SCHOOL Canoga Park 0.5 mi 5.8
N.E.W. Academy Canoga Park Canoga Park 0.4 mi 3.6
Ingenium Charter Canoga Park 0.6 mi 2.7
Canoga Park Middle Canoga Park 0.6 mi 5.4
Owensmouth Continuation Canoga Park 0.7 mi 5.6
Canoga Park Senior High Canoga Park 0.7 mi 6.8
WEST VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL West Hills 0.7 mi 6.2
Kadima Day School West Hills 0.8 mi
KADIMA DAY SCHOOL West Hills 0.8 mi 7.4
Capistrano Avenue Elementary West Hills 1.0 mi 7.1
Hart Street Elementary Canoga Park 1.0 mi 5.1
TURNING POINT MONTESSORI Canoga Park 1.2 mi
Nevada Avenue Elementary West Hills 1.2 mi 5.5
Multicultural Learning Center Canoga Park 1.1 mi 4.0
THE BEGINNING MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE West Hills 1.1 mi
de Toledo High School West Hills 1.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91303 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,051

Median Home Value

$645,300

Median Rent

$1,983/mo

Population

29,522

College Educated

24.7%

Homeownership

20.7%

Avg Commute

30.1 min

Poverty Rate

17.8%

Median Age

32.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Canoga Park Elementary

What grades does Canoga Park Elementary serve?

Canoga Park Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Canoga Park Elementary?

Canoga Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 505 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Canoga Park Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Canoga Park Elementary is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Canoga Park Elementary rank in CA?

Canoga Park Elementary ranks #7,267 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Canoga Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Canoga Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Canoga Park Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Canoga Park Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Canoga Park Elementary a charter school?

No, Canoga Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Canoga Park Elementary a Title I school?

No, Canoga Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Canoga Park Elementary?

93.7% of students at Canoga Park 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
86 Very Walkable
Transit Score
46 Some Transit
Bike Score
76 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
93.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.5%

District

Los Angeles Unified
District Enrollment
419,929
Schools in District
785
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,687
District Rank
#700 of 769

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