Very Good
#3474 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 36% in state
La Crescenta Elementary
Elementary School · Glendale Unified
4343 La Crescenta Ave., La Crescenta, CA 91214
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher
24.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher
24.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,474 of 9,539
In La Crescenta
#9 of 9
public schools
In district
#14 of 31
Glendale Unified
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About La Crescenta Elementary
La Crescenta Elementary is a public elementary school in La Crescenta, CA, part of Glendale Unified. La Crescenta Elementary serves approximately 416 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.5:1 student-teacher ratio. La Crescenta Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,474 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for La Crescenta Elementary show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
La Crescenta Elementary runs 24.5:1 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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La Crescenta Elementary — Students at La Crescenta Elementary score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 6.6/10.
How La Crescenta Elementary Compares
See how La Crescenta 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
4343 La Crescenta Ave., La Crescenta, CA 91214
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering La Crescenta Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Palm Crest Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby La Canada), which scores notably higher. Another option is Monte Vista Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Valley View Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in La Crescenta, see our La Crescenta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Crescenta Valley High La Crescenta | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Rosemont Middle La Crescenta | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Elliott Institute La Crescenta | 0.4 mi | — |
| ELLIOTT INSTITUTE La Crescenta | 0.4 mi | — |
| ROBBINS NEST PRESCHOOL La Crescenta | 0.6 mi | — |
| Monte Vista Elementary La Crescenta | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Mountain Avenue Elementary La Crescenta | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| St. Monica Academy Montrose | 0.9 mi | — |
| Montrose Christian Montessori School Montrose | 0.9 mi | — |
| MONTROSE CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Montrose | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| ST MONICA ACADEMY Montrose | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary La Crescenta | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| ARMENIAN SISTERS' ACADEMY Montrose | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Armenian Sisters' Academy of Los Angeles Montrose | 1.1 mi | — |
| Valley View Elementary La Crescenta | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Anderson W. Clark Magnet High La Crescenta | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Palm Crest Elementary La Canada | 1.3 mi | 9.0 |
| John C. Fremont Elementary Glendale | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| St. James -Holy Redeemer School La Crescenta | 1.5 mi | — |
| ST JAMES-HOLY REDEEMER SCHOOL La Crescenta | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$131,716
Median Home Value
$1,088,200
Median Rent
$2,475/mo
Population
31,707
College Educated
59.2%
Homeownership
73.3%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
40.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about La Crescenta Elementary
What grades does La Crescenta Elementary serve?
La Crescenta Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend La Crescenta Elementary?
La Crescenta Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 416 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at La Crescenta Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at La Crescenta Elementary is 24.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does La Crescenta Elementary rank in CA?
La Crescenta Elementary ranks #3,474 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is La Crescenta Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
La Crescenta Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 La Crescenta Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, La Crescenta Elementary has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is La Crescenta Elementary a charter school?
No, La Crescenta Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is La Crescenta Elementary a Title I school?
No, La Crescenta Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for La Crescenta Elementary?
37.5% of students at La Crescenta 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 416
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.1%
- Phone
- (818) 249-3187
Resources & Links
District
Glendale Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,049
- Schools in District
- 34
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,739
- District Rank
- #14 of 31
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