Very Good
#152 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 8% of private schools
Laurence School
Elementary School
13639 VICTORY BLVD, Van Nuys, CA 91401
Enrollment
357
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
357
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#152 of 1,787
In Van Nuys
#2 of 6
public schools
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About Laurence School
Laurence School is a private elementary school in Van Nuys, CA. Laurence School serves approximately 357 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Laurence School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #152 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Laurence School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Laurence School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Laurence School compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Van Nuys, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Laurence School (this school) | 7.8 |
| Kittridge Street Elementary | 4.8 |
| Erwin Elementary | 6.9 |
| Van Nuys Elementary | 6.6 |
| Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary | 7.8 |
| Ararat Charter | 3.1 |
| Hazeltine Avenue Elementary | 7.0 |
| Valley Charter Middle | 6.2 |
| Van Nuys Middle | 7.1 |
| High Tech LA Middle | 6.1 |
| Sylvan Park Elementary | 7.6 |
| Columbus Avenue Elementary | 4.4 |
| Kester Avenue Elementary | 9.0 |
| Robert Fulton College Preparatory | 6.7 |
| Valerio Street Elementary | 5.7 |
| Magnolia Science Academy 2 | 4.6 |
| Stagg Street Elementary | 7.5 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
13639 VICTORY BLVD, Van Nuys, CA 91401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Laurence School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Hazeltine Avenue Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Erwin Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Van Nuys, see our Van Nuys schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ABC LITTLE SCHOOL Van Nuys | 0.1 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI HOUSE OF CHILDREN Van Nuys | 0.2 mi | — |
| Kittridge Street Elementary Van Nuys | 0.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Erwin Elementary Van Nuys | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| GIFTED CHILDREN PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Valley Glen | 0.7 mi | — |
| ST JANE FRANCES DE CHANTAL North Hollywood | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary Van Nuys | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| St. Jane Frances de Chantal School North Hollywood | 0.9 mi | — |
| Van Nuys Elementary Van Nuys | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| STEM 3 ACADEMY Valley Glen | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Hazeltine Avenue Elementary Van Nuys | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Summit View North Hollywood | 0.9 mi | — |
| Ararat Charter Van Nuys | 1.0 mi | 3.1 |
| James Madison Middle North Hollywood | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Ulysses S. Grant Senior High Van Nuys | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Jack London Continuation Van Nuys | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Jack London Community Day Valley Glen | 1.1 mi | — |
| CHAMPS - Charter HS of Arts-Multimedia & Performing Van Nuys | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Coldwater Canyon Elementary North Hollywood | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Kidz Kingdom Academy North Hollywood | 1.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,933
Median Home Value
$988,500
Median Rent
$1,800/mo
Population
39,011
College Educated
38.8%
Homeownership
33.9%
Avg Commute
34.6 min
Poverty Rate
15.9%
Median Age
37.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Addison Elementary Palo Alto, CA | 7.8 |
| Almond Grove Elementary Oakley, CA | 7.8 |
| Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary Van Nuys, CA | 7.8 |
| Ben Lomond Elementary Covina, CA | 7.8 |
| Burbank (Luther) Elementary Artesia, CA | 7.8 |
| Center for Advanced Learning Los Angeles, CA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Laurence School
What grades does Laurence School serve?
Laurence School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Laurence School?
Laurence School has an enrollment of approximately 357 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Laurence School?
The student-teacher ratio at Laurence School is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Laurence School rank in CA?
Laurence School ranks #152 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Laurence School's MySchoolScout rating?
Laurence School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Laurence School a private school?
Yes, Laurence School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Laurence School a religious school?
No, Laurence School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 357
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (818) 782-4001
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