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Cantara Street Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
17950 Cantara St., Reseda, CA 91335
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,662 of 9,539
In Reseda
#10 of 20
public schools
In district
#572 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Cantara Street Elementary
Cantara Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Reseda, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Cantara Street Elementary serves approximately 360 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Cantara Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,662 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cantara Street Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Cantara 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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Cantara Street Elementary — Students at Cantara Street Elementary score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.8%
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: 3.7/10.
How Cantara Street Elementary Compares
See how Cantara 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
17950 Cantara St., Reseda, CA 91335
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cantara Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Garden Grove Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stagg Street Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Van Nuys), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Magnolia Science Academy 7 (rated 6.6/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Northridge), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Reseda, see our Reseda schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Northridge Middle Northridge | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Magnolia Science Academy 7 Northridge | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Lorne Street Elementary Northridge | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| ST MARY COPTIC ORTHODOX SCHOOL Northridge | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox School Northridge | 0.7 mi | — |
| James Jordan Middle Reseda | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Garden Grove Elementary Reseda | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Blythe Street Elementary Reseda | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| John R. Wooden High Reseda | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Anatola Avenue Elementary Lake Balboa | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Valley International Preparatory High Northridge | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Magnolia Science Academy Reseda | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Magnolia Science Academy 5 Reseda | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Stagg Street Elementary Van Nuys | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Reseda Elementary Reseda | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Bertrand Avenue Elementary Reseda | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| The City School Lake Balboa | 1.4 mi | — |
| VALLEY WALDORF CITY SCHOOL Van Nuys | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Napa Street Elementary Northridge | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Smart Generation Reseda | 1.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91335 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,164
Median Home Value
$700,400
Median Rent
$1,811/mo
Population
74,802
College Educated
29.7%
Homeownership
50.7%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
39.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cantara Street Elementary
What grades does Cantara Street Elementary serve?
Cantara Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cantara Street Elementary?
Cantara Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 360 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cantara Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cantara Street Elementary is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cantara Street Elementary rank in CA?
Cantara Street Elementary ranks #5,662 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cantara Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cantara Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Cantara Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cantara Street Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cantara Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Cantara Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cantara Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cantara Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cantara Street Elementary?
95.8% of students at Cantara 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
- 360
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.6%
- Phone
- (818) 342-5191
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #572 of 769
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