Below Average

#1703 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Guardian Angel Elementary

Elementary School

10919 NORRIS AVE, Pacoima, CA 91331

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

192

Student-Teacher

19.2:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

192

Student-Teacher

19.2:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,703 of 1,787

In Pacoima

#2 of 2

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About Guardian Angel Elementary

Guardian Angel Elementary is a private elementary school in Pacoima, CA. Guardian Angel Elementary serves approximately 192 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Guardian Angel Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,703 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares1.8 pts below CA schools

4.4

This school 4.4 · Below Average
CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 192 students, Guardian Angel Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Guardian Angel Elementary is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Guardian Angel Elementary compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Pacoima, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

19.2:1

This School

20.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

192

This School

573

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.4

This School

6.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 94.3% vs 0%

White 1% vs 0%

Black 1% vs 0%

Guardian Angel Elementary Pacoima Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Guardian Angel Elementary (this school)	—	192	19.2:1	4.4
Pacoima Charter Elementary	0.2 mi	824	25.8:1	7.0
Charles Maclay Middle	0.5 mi	280	14:1	6.5
Sara Coughlin Elementary	0.7 mi	435	21.8:1	7.6
Fenton Primary Center	0.8 mi	528	20.3:1	7.6
Telfair Avenue Elementary	1.0 mi	558	19.2:1	6.6
Haddon Avenue Elementary	1.1 mi	623	20.1:1	5.1
Hillery T. Broadous Elementary	1.1 mi	392	18.7:1	6.7
Pacoima Middle	1.4 mi	890	19.8:1	7.9
Montague Charter Academy	1.7 mi	854	20.3:1	5.7
Bert Corona Charter	1.9 mi	349	24.9:1	6.4

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.

Classroom Attention

C 2.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 19.2:1

Instructional Commitment

B 6.1 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,224

Diversity & Inclusion

C 2.7 / 10

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Diversity Index 11%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 192

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Hispanic 94.3%

Pacific Islander 2.1%

Two or More 1.6%

White 1.0%

Black 1.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

10919 NORRIS AVE, Pacoima, CA 91331

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Guardian Angel Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sara Coughlin Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fenton Primary Center (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pacoima Charter Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pacoima, see our Pacoima schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Guardian Angel Catholic School Pacoima	0.0 mi	150	—
Pacoima Charter Elementary Pacoima	0.2 mi	824	7.0
Charles Maclay Middle Pacoima	0.5 mi	280	6.5
Bert Corona Charter High Pacoima	0.6 mi	217	5.2
Sara Coughlin Elementary Pacoima	0.7 mi	435	7.6
PUC Inspire Charter Academy Burbank	0.8 mi	224	8.1
Fenton Primary Center Pacoima	0.8 mi	528	7.6
Vaughn Next Century Learning Center San Fernando	1.0 mi	2,738	6.3
Haddon Avenue Elementary Pacoima	1.1 mi	623	5.1
Hillery T. Broadous Elementary Pacoima	1.1 mi	392	6.7
Telfair Avenue Elementary Pacoima	1.0 mi	558	6.6
Pacoima Middle Pacoima	1.4 mi	890	7.9
Cesar E. Chavez Lrng Acads-Acad of Scientific Explr (ASE) San Fernando	1.4 mi	433	6.4
Cesar E. Chavez Lrng Acads-Soc Just Humanitas Acad San Fernando	1.4 mi	448	6.3
Cesar E. Chavez Lrng Acads-Arts/Theatre/Entertain Mag San Fernando	1.4 mi	292	8.8
Cesar E. Chavez Lrng Acads-Tech Prep Acad San Fernando	1.4 mi	346	7.4
Mary Immaculate Elementary School Pacoima	1.3 mi	140	—
MARY IMMACULATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pacoima	1.3 mi	154	6.3
Montague Charter Academy Pacoima	1.7 mi	854	5.7
Sharp Avenue Elementary Arleta	1.5 mi	447	5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91331 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,025

Median Home Value

$609,300

Median Rent

$1,818/mo

Population

98,820

College Educated

11.2%

Homeownership

62.8%

Avg Commute

30.3 min

Poverty Rate

16.9%

Median Age

34.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Guardian Angel Elementary

What grades does Guardian Angel Elementary serve?

Guardian Angel Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Guardian Angel Elementary?

Guardian Angel Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 192 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Guardian Angel Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Guardian Angel Elementary is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Guardian Angel Elementary rank in CA?

Guardian Angel Elementary ranks #1,703 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Guardian Angel Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Guardian Angel 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.

Is Guardian Angel Elementary a private school?

Yes, Guardian Angel Elementary is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Guardian Angel Elementary a religious school?

Guardian Angel Elementary has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 81 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 52 Good Transit
Bike Score: 62 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 192
Gender Split: 48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 19.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 10
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Los Angeles County
Phone: (818) 485-5000

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