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#3504 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 37% in state

Liggett Street Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

9373 Moonbeam Ave., Panorama City, CA 91402

Enrollment

536

Student-Teacher

21.4:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#3,504 of 9,539

In Panorama City

#8 of 12

public schools

In district

#375 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

Equity

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Liggett Street Elementary

7.0/10

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

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About Liggett Street Elementary

Liggett Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Panorama City, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Liggett Street Elementary serves approximately 536 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Liggett Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,504 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Liggett Street Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Liggett Street Elementary runs 21.4:1 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.

43% of students at Liggett Street 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.3% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-12.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.6 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+11.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism43.1%

Liggett Street Elementary — Students at Liggett Street Elementary score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 38.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 37.4% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
59%
ELA
39%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
43%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
26%
ELA
28%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
34%
2016
Math
28%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
28%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
35.5%
ELA
40.5%
2024
Math
33.2%
ELA
37.2%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.

How Liggett Street Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
63th percentile in CA
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
43.1%

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

9373 Moonbeam Ave., Panorama City, CA 91402

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Liggett Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Panorama City Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alta California Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Valor Academy Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Panorama City, see our Panorama City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Beachy Avenue Elementary Arleta 0.6 mi 6.7
Arleta High Arleta 0.7 mi 5.9
Primary Academy for Success Panorama City 0.7 mi 7.5
Valor Academy High Los Angeles 0.7 mi 8.8
Alta California Elementary Panorama City 0.9 mi 8.8
Plummer Elementary North Hills 0.8 mi 4.6
Lassen Elementary North Hills 0.9 mi 7.3
Valor Academy Elementary Los Angeles 1.0 mi 8.7
Chase Street Elementary Panorama City 1.1 mi 7.1
Sharp Avenue Elementary Arleta 1.1 mi 5.3
Panorama City Elementary Panorama City 1.2 mi 9.2
Canterbury Avenue Elementary Arleta 1.1 mi 7.7
Valor Academy Middle Los Angeles 1.1 mi 4.8
Rosa Parks Learning Center North Hills 1.1 mi 6.0
Carlos Santana Arts Academy North Hills 1.1 mi 8.1
ST GENEVIEVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Panorama City 1.3 mi 6.3
Francisco Sepulveda Middle North Hills 1.1 mi 4.6
ST GENEVIEVE HIGH SCHOOL Panorama City 1.4 mi 5.1
St. Genevieve High School Panorama City 1.4 mi
DEVONSHIRE MONTESSORI Mission Hills 1.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,369

Median Home Value

$586,500

Median Rent

$1,607/mo

Population

66,710

College Educated

18.8%

Homeownership

34.4%

Avg Commute

31.5 min

Poverty Rate

20.1%

Median Age

35.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Liggett Street Elementary

What grades does Liggett Street Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Liggett Street Elementary?

Liggett Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 536 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Liggett Street Elementary is 21.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Liggett Street Elementary rank in CA?

Liggett Street Elementary ranks #3,504 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Liggett Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Liggett Street 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 Liggett Street Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Liggett Street Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Liggett Street Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Liggett Street Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

90.5% of students at Liggett 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
58 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
50 Good Transit
Bike Score
68 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
536
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
43.1%

District

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

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