Below Average
#8563 of 9,539 schools in CA
Gridley Street Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1907 Eighth St., San Fernando, CA 91340
Enrollment
480
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
480
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,563 of 9,539
In San Fernando
#14 of 14
public schools
In district
#759 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Gridley Street Elementary
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About Gridley Street Elementary
Gridley Street Elementary is a public elementary school in San Fernando, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Gridley Street Elementary serves approximately 480 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Gridley Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,563 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Gridley Street Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Gridley 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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Gridley Street Elementary — Students at Gridley Street Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.3%
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: 2.4/10.
How Gridley Street Elementary Compares
See how Gridley 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
1907 Eighth St., San Fernando, CA 91340
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gridley Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PUC Community Charter Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Burbank), which scores notably higher. Another option is Vista del Valle Dual Language Academy (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Harding Street Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Sylmar), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Fernando, see our San Fernando schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91340 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,124
Median Home Value
$624,900
Median Rent
$1,740/mo
Population
33,750
College Educated
14.1%
Homeownership
64.7%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
36.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gridley Street Elementary
What grades does Gridley Street Elementary serve?
Gridley Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Gridley Street Elementary?
Gridley Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 480 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gridley Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Gridley Street Elementary is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gridley Street Elementary rank in CA?
Gridley Street Elementary ranks #8,563 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Gridley Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Gridley Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Gridley Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gridley Street Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Gridley Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Gridley Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gridley Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Gridley Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gridley Street Elementary?
82.3% of students at Gridley 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 480
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.3%
- Phone
- (818) 361-1243
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #759 of 769
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