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#4122 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 43% in state

Hillery T. Broadous Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

12561 Filmore St., Pacoima, CA 91331

Enrollment

392

Student-Teacher

18.7:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,122 of 9,539

In Pacoima

#5 of 11

public schools

In district

#431 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Hillery T. Broadous Elementary

6.7/10

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

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About Hillery T. Broadous Elementary

Hillery T. Broadous Elementary is a public elementary school in Pacoima, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Hillery T.

Broadous Elementary serves approximately 392 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillery T. Broadous Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,122 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Hillery T. Broadous Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.6% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-22.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.9 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+8.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism29.6%

Hillery T. Broadous Elementary — Students at Hillery T. Broadous Elementary score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

96.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 32.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 31.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
49%
ELA
28%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
41%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
19%
ELA
26%
2015
Math
20%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
21%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
29%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
29%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
18.9%
ELA
27.6%
2024
Math
23.3%
ELA
33.8%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.7/10.

How Hillery T. Broadous Elementary Compares

See how Hillery T. Broadous Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
57th percentile in CA
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
96%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.6%

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

12561 Filmore St., Pacoima, CA 91331

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hillery T. Broadous Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fenton Avenue Charter (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Lake View Terrace), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fenton Primary Center (rated 7.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sara Coughlin Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pacoima, see our Pacoima schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
PUC Inspire Charter Academy Burbank 0.5 mi 8.1
Fenton Primary Center Pacoima 0.5 mi 7.6
Charles Maclay Middle Pacoima 0.8 mi 6.5
Bert Corona Charter High Pacoima 0.8 mi 5.2
Sara Coughlin Elementary Pacoima 0.9 mi 7.6
Cesar E. Chavez Lrng Acads-Acad of Scientific Explr (ASE) San Fernando 0.8 mi 6.4
Cesar E. Chavez Lrng Acads-Soc Just Humanitas Acad San Fernando 0.8 mi 6.3
Cesar E. Chavez Lrng Acads-Arts/Theatre/Entertain Mag San Fernando 0.8 mi 8.8
Cesar E. Chavez Lrng Acads-Tech Prep Acad San Fernando 0.8 mi 7.4
Pacoima Charter Elementary Pacoima 1.0 mi 7.0
Vaughn Next Century Learning Center San Fernando 0.9 mi 6.3
Guardian Angel Catholic School Pacoima 1.1 mi
GUARDIAN ANGEL ELEMENTARY Pacoima 1.1 mi 4.4
Fenton Avenue Charter Lake View Terrace 1.0 mi 8.9
Vista del Valle Dual Language Academy San Fernando 1.2 mi 7.4
Harding Street Elementary Sylmar 1.6 mi 7.4
PUC Comm Charter Mid and PUC Comm Charter Early College High Burbank 1.5 mi 7.9
PUC Lakeview Charter Academy Burbank 1.5 mi 5.5
Morningside Elementary San Fernando 1.5 mi 4.5
GLENOAKS CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY San Fernando 1.6 mi 5.4

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 Hillery T. Broadous Elementary

What grades does Hillery T. Broadous Elementary serve?

Hillery T. Broadous Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Hillery T. Broadous Elementary?

Hillery T. Broadous Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 392 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillery T. Broadous Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Hillery T. Broadous Elementary is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hillery T. Broadous Elementary rank in CA?

Hillery T. Broadous Elementary ranks #4,122 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Hillery T. Broadous Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Hillery T. Broadous Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Hillery T. Broadous Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hillery T. Broadous Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Hillery T. Broadous Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Hillery T. Broadous Elementary a Title I school?

No, Hillery T. Broadous Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hillery T. Broadous Elementary?

96.2% of students at Hillery T. Broadous 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
56 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
45 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
96.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.6%

District

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

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