Below Average
#8101 of 9,539 schools in CA
Glenwood Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
8001 Ledge Ave., Sun Valley, CA 91352
Enrollment
201
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
201
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,101 of 9,539
In Sun Valley
#13 of 13
public schools
In district
#748 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Glenwood Elementary
Glenwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Sun Valley, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Glenwood Elementary serves approximately 201 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Glenwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #8,101 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Glenwood Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Glenwood Elementary runs 20.1:1 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.
43% of students at Glenwood 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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Glenwood Elementary — Students at Glenwood Elementary score 26% 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 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: 2.3/10.
How Glenwood Elementary Compares
See how Glenwood 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
8001 Ledge Ave., Sun Valley, CA 91352
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Glenwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fenton STEM Acad: Elem Center for Sci Tech Engr and Math (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fenton Charter Leadership Academy (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, George Washington Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Burbank), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sun Valley, see our Sun Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91352 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,621
Median Home Value
$700,100
Median Rent
$1,761/mo
Population
46,153
College Educated
17.5%
Homeownership
52.5%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Median Age
37.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Glenwood Elementary
What grades does Glenwood Elementary serve?
Glenwood Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Glenwood Elementary?
Glenwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 201 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Glenwood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Glenwood Elementary is 20.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Glenwood Elementary rank in CA?
Glenwood Elementary ranks #8,101 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Glenwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Glenwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Glenwood Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Glenwood Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Glenwood Elementary a charter school?
No, Glenwood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Glenwood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Glenwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Glenwood Elementary?
85.6% of students at Glenwood 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
- 201
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.8%
- Phone
- (818) 767-6406
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #748 of 769
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