Excellent
#977 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 10% in state
Darby Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
10818 Darby Ave., Northridge, CA 91326
Enrollment
390
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
390
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#977 of 9,539
In Northridge
#6 of 15
public schools
In district
#119 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Darby Avenue Elementary
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About Darby Avenue Elementary
Darby Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Northridge, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Darby Avenue Elementary serves approximately 390 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Darby Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #977 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Darby Avenue Elementary show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Darby Avenue Elementary runs 20.5:1 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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Darby Avenue Elementary — Students at Darby Avenue Elementary score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.4%
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: 7.7/10.
How Darby Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Darby 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
10818 Darby Ave., Northridge, CA 91326
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Darby Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beckford Charter for Enriched Studies (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GRANADA PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Northridge, see our Northridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91326 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$148,636
Median Home Value
$1,011,100
Median Rent
$2,995/mo
Population
37,068
College Educated
56.3%
Homeownership
76.2%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
43.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Darby Avenue Elementary
What grades does Darby Avenue Elementary serve?
Darby Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Darby Avenue Elementary?
Darby Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 390 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Darby Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Darby Avenue Elementary is 20.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Darby Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Darby Avenue Elementary ranks #977 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Darby Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Darby Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Darby Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Darby Avenue Elementary has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Darby Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Darby Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Darby Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Darby Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Darby Avenue Elementary?
56.4% of students at Darby 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 390
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.9%
- Phone
- (818) 360-1824
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #119 of 769
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