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#4326 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 45% in state
Gault Street Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
17000 Gault St., Lake Balboa, CA 91406
Enrollment
285
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
285
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,326 of 9,539
In Lake Balboa
#6 of 11
public schools
In district
#450 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Gault Street Elementary
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About Gault Street Elementary
Gault Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Lake Balboa, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Gault Street Elementary serves approximately 285 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Gault Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,326 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Gault Street Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about Gault Street Elementary
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- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Gault 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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Gault Street Elementary — Students at Gault Street Elementary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.6%
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: 4.9/10.
How Gault Street Elementary Compares
See how Gault 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
17000 Gault St., Lake Balboa, CA 91406
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gault Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stagg Street Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Van Nuys), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Lorne Street Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Northridge), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Newcastle Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Reseda), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lake Balboa, see our Lake Balboa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| William Mulholland Middle Lake Balboa | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 Lake Balboa | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| St. Bridget of Sweden Elementary Van Nuys | 0.4 mi | — |
| ST BRIDGET OF SWEDEN Lake Balboa | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Daniel Pearl Journalism & Communications Magnet Lake Balboa | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| The City School Lake Balboa | 0.5 mi | — |
| VALLEY WALDORF CITY SCHOOL Van Nuys | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Independence Continuation Lake Balboa | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Birmingham Community Charter High Lake Balboa | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Anatola Avenue Elementary Lake Balboa | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| High Tech LA Lake Balboa | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Magnolia Science Academy 2 Van Nuys | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Lemay Street Elementary Lake Balboa | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Stagg Street Elementary Van Nuys | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Lorne Street Elementary Northridge | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Bertrand Avenue Elementary Reseda | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Newcastle Elementary Reseda | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Saint Mary Coptic Orthodox School Northridge | 1.7 mi | — |
| ST MARY COPTIC ORTHODOX SCHOOL Northridge | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Zane Grey Continuation Reseda | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91406 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,653
Median Home Value
$765,000
Median Rent
$1,859/mo
Population
52,661
College Educated
28.7%
Homeownership
39.4%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
18%
Median Age
37
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|---|---|
| ANNELIESE SCHOOLS, INC. Laguna Beach, CA | 6.6 |
| Adams Elementary San Diego, CA | 6.6 |
| Aldama Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 6.6 |
| Angeles Mesa Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 6.6 |
| Arts In Action Community Charter Los Angeles, CA | 6.6 |
| BELMONT OAKS ACADEMY Belmont, CA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gault Street Elementary
What grades does Gault Street Elementary serve?
Gault Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Gault Street Elementary?
Gault Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 285 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gault Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Gault Street Elementary is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gault Street Elementary rank in CA?
Gault Street Elementary ranks #4,326 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Gault Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Gault Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Gault Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gault Street Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Gault Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Gault Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gault Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Gault Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gault Street Elementary?
85.6% of students at Gault 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 285
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.2%
- Phone
- (818) 343-1933
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #450 of 769
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