Excellent
#1573 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 17% in state
John B. Monlux Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
6051 Bellaire Ave., North Hollywood, CA 91606
Enrollment
657
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
657
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,573 of 9,539
In North Hollywood
#5 of 26
public schools
In district
#177 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About John B. Monlux Elementary
John B. Monlux Elementary is a public elementary school in North Hollywood, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. John B.
Monlux Elementary serves approximately 657 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.5:1 student-teacher ratio. John B. Monlux Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,573 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John B. Monlux Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
John B. Monlux Elementary runs 23.5:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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John B. Monlux Elementary — Students at John B. Monlux Elementary score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.
How John B. Monlux Elementary Compares
See how John B. Monlux 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
6051 Bellaire Ave., North Hollywood, CA 91606
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John B. Monlux Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Burbank Boulevard Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ISANA Palmati Academy (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Erwin Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Van Nuys), a more accessible option. For more schools in North Hollywood, see our North Hollywood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ulysses S. Grant Senior High Van Nuys | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Jack London Continuation Van Nuys | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Jack London Community Day Valley Glen | 0.4 mi | — |
| Summit View North Hollywood | 0.5 mi | — |
| STEM 3 ACADEMY Valley Glen | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| ST JANE FRANCES DE CHANTAL North Hollywood | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| St. Jane Frances de Chantal School North Hollywood | 0.6 mi | — |
| YESHIVA NER ARYEH Valley Village | 0.7 mi | — |
| Yeshiva Ner Aryeh Valley Village | 0.7 mi | — |
| VALLEY TORAH HIGH SCHOOL Valley Village | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Valley Torah High School Valley Village | 0.9 mi | — |
| Or hachaim Academy North Hollywood | 0.8 mi | — |
| Village Glen School Sherman Oaks | 0.9 mi | — |
| SUNRISE SCHOOL Sherman Oaks | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Coldwater Canyon Elementary North Hollywood | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Legacy Academy of Jewish Education Inc Sherman Oaks | 1.0 mi | — |
| Erwin Elementary Van Nuys | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Burbank Boulevard Elementary North Hollywood | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| YESHIVA KETANA OF LOS ANGELES Valley Village | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| ISANA Palmati Academy Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91606 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,884
Median Home Value
$801,300
Median Rent
$1,744/mo
Population
43,202
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
33.4%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
37.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John B. Monlux Elementary
What grades does John B. Monlux Elementary serve?
John B. Monlux Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend John B. Monlux Elementary?
John B. Monlux Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 657 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John B. Monlux Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at John B. Monlux Elementary is 23.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John B. Monlux Elementary rank in CA?
John B. Monlux Elementary ranks #1,573 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is John B. Monlux Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
John B. Monlux Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 John B. Monlux Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John B. Monlux Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John B. Monlux Elementary a charter school?
No, John B. Monlux Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John B. Monlux Elementary a Title I school?
No, John B. Monlux Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John B. Monlux Elementary?
84.0% of students at John B. Monlux 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 657
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.2%
- Phone
- (818) 763-4693
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #177 of 769
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