Very Good
#2936 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 31% in state
Lassen Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
15017 Superior St., North Hills, CA 91343
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,936 of 9,539
In North Hills
#4 of 14
public schools
In district
#320 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Lassen Elementary
Lassen Elementary is a public elementary school in North Hills, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Lassen Elementary serves approximately 392 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lassen Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,936 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Lassen Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Lassen 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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Lassen Elementary — Students at Lassen Elementary score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.7%
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: 6.1/10.
How Lassen Elementary Compares
See how Lassen 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
15017 Superior St., North Hills, CA 91343
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lassen Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Panorama City Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Panorama City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alta California Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Panorama City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Carlos Santana Arts Academy (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in North Hills, see our North Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Valor Academy High Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Plummer Elementary North Hills | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Francisco Sepulveda Middle North Hills | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Carlos Santana Arts Academy North Hills | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| DEVONSHIRE MONTESSORI Mission Hills | 0.7 mi | — |
| Valor Academy Middle Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Primary Academy for Success Panorama City | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Liggett Street Elementary Panorama City | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| San Jose Street Elementary Mission Hills | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Alta California Elementary Panorama City | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Rosa Parks Learning Center North Hills | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| OUR LADY OF PEACE North Hills | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Our Lady of Peace Elementary North Hills | 1.1 mi | — |
| Achievers Academy Preschool North Hills | 1.1 mi | — |
| DUBNOFF CENTER FOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT North Hills | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Arleta High Arleta | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Vintage Math/Science/Technology Magnet North Hills | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| James Monroe High North Hills | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Langdon Avenue Elementary North Hills | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Panorama City Elementary Panorama City | 1.4 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91343 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,719
Median Home Value
$751,000
Median Rent
$1,796/mo
Population
61,607
College Educated
26.4%
Homeownership
49.3%
Avg Commute
31.5 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
35.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lassen Elementary
What grades does Lassen Elementary serve?
Lassen Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Lassen Elementary?
Lassen Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 392 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lassen Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lassen 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 Lassen Elementary rank in CA?
Lassen Elementary ranks #2,936 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Lassen Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lassen Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Lassen Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lassen Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lassen Elementary a charter school?
No, Lassen Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lassen Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lassen Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lassen Elementary?
86.7% of students at Lassen 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
- 392
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.7%
- Phone
- (818) 892-8618
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #320 of 769
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