Very Good
#2123 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 22% in state
Canterbury Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
13670 Montague St., Arleta, CA 91331
Enrollment
606
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
606
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,123 of 9,539
In Arleta
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#216 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Canterbury Avenue Elementary
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About Canterbury Avenue Elementary
Canterbury Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Arleta, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Canterbury Avenue Elementary serves approximately 606 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Canterbury Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,123 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Canterbury Avenue Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Canterbury Avenue Elementary runs 20.2:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Canterbury Avenue Elementary — Students at Canterbury Avenue Elementary score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 6.7/10.
How Canterbury Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Canterbury Avenue 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
13670 Montague St., Arleta, CA 91331
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Canterbury Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vena Avenue Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Valor Academy Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Chase Street Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Panorama City), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Arleta, see our Arleta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Valor Academy Elementary Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Vena Avenue Elementary Arleta | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Chase Street Elementary Panorama City | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| St. Genevieve High School Panorama City | 0.9 mi | — |
| ST GENEVIEVE HIGH SCHOOL Panorama City | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| ST GENEVIEVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Panorama City | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Grace Academy PSP Sun Valley | 0.9 mi | — |
| Bert Corona Charter Pacoima | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Beachy Avenue Elementary Arleta | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Liggett Street Elementary Panorama City | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Burton Street Elementary Panorama City | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Pacoima Middle Pacoima | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Ranchito Avenue Elementary Panorama City | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Montague Charter Academy Pacoima | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Sharp Avenue Elementary Arleta | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Arleta High Arleta | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Haddon Avenue Elementary Pacoima | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Richard E. Byrd Middle Sun Valley | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Virtual Academy of International Studies/Humanities Sun Valley | 1.4 mi | — |
| Saticoy Elementary North Hollywood | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91331 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,025
Median Home Value
$609,300
Median Rent
$1,818/mo
Population
98,820
College Educated
11.2%
Homeownership
62.8%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
34.7
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|---|---|
| Akira Yokomi Elementary Fresno, CA | 7.7 |
| Benchley/Weinberger Elementary San Diego, CA | 7.7 |
| Bill Libbon Elementary Santa Maria, CA | 7.7 |
| Bowman Charter Auburn, CA | 7.7 |
| Bud Rank Elementary Clovis, CA | 7.7 |
| Caroldale Learning Community Carson, CA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Canterbury Avenue Elementary
What grades does Canterbury Avenue Elementary serve?
Canterbury Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Canterbury Avenue Elementary?
Canterbury Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 606 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Canterbury Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Canterbury Avenue Elementary is 20.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Canterbury Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Canterbury Avenue Elementary ranks #2,123 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Canterbury Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Canterbury Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Canterbury Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Canterbury Avenue Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Canterbury Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Canterbury Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Canterbury Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Canterbury Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Canterbury Avenue Elementary?
83.0% of students at Canterbury Avenue 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
- 606
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.7%
- Phone
- (818) 892-1104
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #216 of 769
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