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Granada Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

17170 Tribune St., Granada Hills, CA 91344

Enrollment

350

Student-Teacher

20.6:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#5,279 of 9,539

In Granada Hills

#11 of 14

public schools

In district

#544 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Granada Elementary

6.1/10

Elementary School in Granada Hills · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Granada Elementary

Granada Elementary is a public elementary school in Granada Hills, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Granada Elementary serves approximately 350 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Granada Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,279 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Granada Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Granada Elementary runs 20.6:1 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.

32% of students at Granada 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.97 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-15.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.7 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+12.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism31.7%

Granada Elementary — Students at Granada Elementary score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

89.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 41.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 45.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
64%
ELA
45%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
59%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
20%
ELA
24%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
25.6%
ELA
33.7%
2024
Math
30.7%
ELA
42.8%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.3/10.

How Granada Elementary Compares

See how Granada Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
45th percentile in CA
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
89%
Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

17170 Tribune St., Granada Hills, CA 91344

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Granada Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mayall Street Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby North Hills), which scores notably higher. Another option is Balboa Gifted/High Ability Magnet Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Northridge), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GRANADA PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Northridge), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Granada Hills, see our Granada Hills schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Patrick Henry Middle Granada Hills 0.5 mi 7.4
Valley Academy of Arts and Sciences Granada Hills 0.6 mi 7.5
The Northridge Community School Granada Hills 0.6 mi
Andasol Avenue Elementary Northridge 0.9 mi 6.8
Serenity Kids Academy Granada Hills 0.9 mi
Tulsa Street Elementary Granada Hills 0.9 mi 5.3
Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School Northridge 0.9 mi
ABRAHAM JOSHUA HESCHEL DAY SCHOOL Northridge 0.9 mi 6.7
CONCORDIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Granada Hills 0.9 mi 6.7
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Granada Hills 1.0 mi 4.6
DE LA SALLE SCHOOL/ ST JOHN BAPTIST Granada Hills 0.9 mi 5.8
GRANADA PREPARATORY SCHOOL Northridge 1.0 mi 7.8
Mayall Street Elementary North Hills 1.1 mi 9.4
Granada Hills Charter Granada Hills 1.0 mi 8.6
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER North Hills 1.2 mi
San Fernando Valley Academy Northridge 1.2 mi
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY ACADEMY Northridge 1.2 mi 6.8
JETS YESHIVAH Granada Hills 1.2 mi 6.2
JETS Yeshivah Granada Hills 1.2 mi
Balboa Gifted/High Ability Magnet Elementary Northridge 1.3 mi 9.1

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Granada Elementary

What grades does Granada Elementary serve?

Granada Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Granada Elementary?

Granada Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 350 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Granada Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Granada Elementary is 20.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Granada Elementary rank in CA?

Granada Elementary ranks #5,279 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Granada Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Granada Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Granada Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Granada Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Granada Elementary a charter school?

No, Granada Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Granada Elementary a Title I school?

No, Granada Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Granada Elementary?

89.4% of students at Granada 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
350
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
89.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.7%

District

Los Angeles Unified
District Enrollment
419,929
Schools in District
785
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,687
District Rank
#544 of 769

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