Below Average
#7709 of 9,539 schools in CA
Danube Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
11220 Danube Ave., Granada Hills, CA 91344
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,709 of 9,539
In Granada Hills
#14 of 14
public schools
In district
#725 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Danube Avenue Elementary
Elementary School in Granada Hills · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Danube Avenue Elementary
Danube Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Granada Hills, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Danube Avenue Elementary serves approximately 286 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Danube Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,709 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Danube Avenue Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Danube Avenue 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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Danube Avenue Elementary — Students at Danube Avenue Elementary score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.9%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.0/10.
How Danube Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Danube 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
11220 Danube Ave., Granada Hills, CA 91344
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Danube Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vintage Math/Science/Technology Magnet (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby North Hills), which scores notably higher. Another option is San Jose Street Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Mission Hills), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Haskell Elem Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math (STEAM) Magnet (rated 7.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Granada Hills, see our Granada Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Learning Trajectory North Mission Hills | 0.3 mi | — |
| Haskell Elem Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math (STEAM) Magnet Granada Hills | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Compass Christian Academy Granada Hills | 0.8 mi | — |
| George K. Porter Middle Granada Hills | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Bishop Alemany High Mission Hills | 0.7 mi | — |
| BISHOP ALEMANY HIGH SCHOOL Mission Hills | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| John F. Kennedy High Granada Hills | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Jane Addams Continuation Granada Hills | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Tulsa Street Elementary Granada Hills | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| CONCORDIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Granada Hills | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| DE LA SALLE SCHOOL/ ST JOHN BAPTIST Granada Hills | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| San Jose Street Elementary Mission Hills | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| JETS YESHIVAH Granada Hills | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| JETS Yeshivah Granada Hills | 1.2 mi | — |
| Knollwood Preparatory Academy Granada Hills | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Vintage Math/Science/Technology Magnet North Hills | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| DEVONSHIRE MONTESSORI Mission Hills | 1.5 mi | — |
| Osceola Street Elementary Sylmar | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| SANTA ROSA DE LIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Fernando | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Santa Rosa de Lima San Fernando | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91344 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$116,647
Median Home Value
$872,000
Median Rent
$2,276/mo
Population
53,248
College Educated
37.4%
Homeownership
72.1%
Avg Commute
33.8 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Median Age
43.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aurora Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 4.7 |
| Belle Haven Elementary Menlo Park, CA | 4.7 |
| Blackford Elementary San Jose, CA | 4.7 |
| CALVARY MURRIETA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Murrieta, CA | 4.7 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY La Mesa, CA | 4.7 |
| CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL-EAST CAMPUS El Cajon, CA | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Danube Avenue Elementary
What grades does Danube Avenue Elementary serve?
Danube Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Danube Avenue Elementary?
Danube Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 286 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Danube Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Danube Avenue Elementary is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Danube Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Danube Avenue Elementary ranks #7,709 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Danube Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Danube Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Danube Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Danube Avenue Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Danube Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Danube Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Danube Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Danube Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Danube Avenue Elementary?
76.9% of students at Danube 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
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 286
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.5%
- Phone
- (818) 366-6463
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #725 of 769
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