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Herrick Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
13350 Herrick Ave., Sylmar, CA 91342
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,282 of 9,539
In Sylmar
#13 of 13
public schools
In district
#547 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Herrick Avenue Elementary
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About Herrick Avenue Elementary
Herrick Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Sylmar, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Herrick Avenue Elementary serves approximately 376 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Herrick Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,282 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Herrick Avenue Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Herrick Avenue 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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Herrick Avenue Elementary — Students at Herrick Avenue Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83%
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: 4.5/10.
How Herrick Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Herrick Avenue 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
13350 Herrick Ave., Sylmar, CA 91342
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Herrick Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PUC Community Charter Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Burbank), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sylmar Leadership Academy (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sylmar Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sylmar, see our Sylmar schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PUC Triumph Charter Academy and PUC Triumph Charter High Burbank | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| PUC Lakeview Charter High Burbank | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| PARK MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S CENTER Sylmar | 0.6 mi | — |
| POVERELLO OF ASSISI PRESCHOOL Sylmar | 0.7 mi | 2.1 |
| Poverello of Assisi Preschool Sylmar | 0.7 mi | — |
| El Dorado Avenue Elementary Sylmar | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Olive Vista Middle Sylmar | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Sylmar Leadership Academy Sylmar | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Sylmar Elementary Sylmar | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Nidorf Barry J. Downey | 1.1 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF VICTORY Sylmar | 1.1 mi | — |
| St. Didacus Sylmar | 1.3 mi | — |
| ST DIDACUS SCHOOL Sylmar | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Dyer Street Elementary Sylmar | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Sylmar Charter High Sylmar | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Sylmar Biotech Health and Engineering Magnet Sylmar | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Evergreen Continuation Sylmar | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Osceola Street Elementary Sylmar | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| PUC Community Charter Elementary Burbank | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| SANTA ROSA DE LIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Fernando | 2.4 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91342 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,480
Median Home Value
$641,100
Median Rent
$1,965/mo
Population
93,513
College Educated
20.1%
Homeownership
67.7%
Avg Commute
31.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
37.4
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| Aeolian Elementary Whittier, CA | 6.1 |
| Angier Elementary San Diego, CA | 6.1 |
| Bay View Elementary Santa Cruz, CA | 6.1 |
| Betty Plasencia Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 6.1 |
| Bishop Elementary Sunnyvale, CA | 6.1 |
| Bradford Woodbridge Fundamental Elementary Roseville, CA | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Herrick Avenue Elementary
What grades does Herrick Avenue Elementary serve?
Herrick Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Herrick Avenue Elementary?
Herrick Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 376 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Herrick Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Herrick Avenue Elementary is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Herrick Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Herrick Avenue Elementary ranks #5,282 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Herrick Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Herrick Avenue 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 Herrick Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Herrick Avenue Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Herrick Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Herrick Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Herrick Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Herrick Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Herrick Avenue Elementary?
83.0% of students at Herrick Avenue 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
- 376
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.4%
- Phone
- (818) 367-1864
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #547 of 769
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