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Lemay Street Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

17520 Vanowen St., Lake Balboa, CA 91406

Enrollment

336

Student-Teacher

19.8:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,758 of 9,539

In Lake Balboa

#9 of 11

public schools

In district

#664 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Lemay Street Elementary

5.3/10

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

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About Lemay Street Elementary

Lemay Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Lake Balboa, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Lemay Street Elementary serves approximately 336 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lemay Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,758 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Lemay Street Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2.56 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-13.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.3 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+10.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism26.8%

Lemay Street Elementary — Students at Lemay Street Elementary score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

89.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 50.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 50.8% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
77%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
44.9%
ELA
54.2%
2024
Math
32.9%
ELA
36.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.6/10.

How Lemay Street Elementary Compares

See how Lemay Street Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
29th percentile in CA
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.8%

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

17520 Vanowen St., Lake Balboa, CA 91406

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lemay Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Academy for Enriched Sciences (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Encino), which scores notably higher. Another option is Garden Grove Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Reseda), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gault Street Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lake Balboa, see our Lake Balboa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
VALLEY WALDORF CITY SCHOOL Van Nuys 0.5 mi 4.9
The City School Lake Balboa 0.5 mi
William Mulholland Middle Lake Balboa 0.6 mi 8.1
Bertrand Avenue Elementary Reseda 0.6 mi 4.5
Newcastle Elementary Reseda 0.6 mi 6.2
Magnolia Science Academy 2 Van Nuys 0.7 mi 4.6
Anatola Avenue Elementary Lake Balboa 0.7 mi 4.9
High Tech LA Lake Balboa 0.7 mi 7.0
Birmingham Community Charter High Lake Balboa 0.7 mi 8.2
Gault Street Elementary Lake Balboa 0.7 mi 6.6
Zane Grey Continuation Reseda 0.7 mi 4.9
Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 Lake Balboa 0.8 mi 7.1
Daniel Pearl Journalism & Communications Magnet Lake Balboa 0.8 mi 7.3
Independence Continuation Lake Balboa 0.8 mi 5.6
Reseda Charter High Reseda 0.9 mi 6.9
Magnolia Science Academy Reseda 1.0 mi 6.8
Magnolia Science Academy 5 Reseda 1.0 mi 6.3
Garden Grove Elementary Reseda 1.1 mi 7.7
Academy for Enriched Sciences Encino 1.3 mi 8.5
Emelita Street Elementary Encino 1.2 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91406 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,653

Median Home Value

$765,000

Median Rent

$1,859/mo

Population

52,661

College Educated

28.7%

Homeownership

39.4%

Avg Commute

33.1 min

Poverty Rate

18%

Median Age

37

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A. H. Morgan Elementary Rialto, CA 5.3
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Ann Soldo Elementary Watsonville, CA 5.3
Arlington Heights Elementary Los Angeles, CA 5.3
Arminta Street Elementary North Hollywood, CA 5.3
Baldwin Hills Elementary Los Angeles, CA 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lemay Street Elementary

What grades does Lemay Street Elementary serve?

Lemay Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Lemay Street Elementary?

Lemay Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 336 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lemay Street Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lemay Street Elementary is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lemay Street Elementary rank in CA?

Lemay Street Elementary ranks #6,758 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Lemay Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lemay Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Lemay Street Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lemay Street Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Lemay Street Elementary a charter school?

No, Lemay Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lemay Street Elementary a Title I school?

No, Lemay Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lemay Street Elementary?

89.9% of students at Lemay Street 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
81 Very Walkable
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
89.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.8%

District

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

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