Below Average
#7557 of 9,539 schools in CA
Linda Verde Elementary
Elementary School · Lancaster Elementary
44924 North Fifth St. East, Lancaster, CA 93535
Enrollment
638
Student-Teacher
26.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
638
Student-Teacher
26.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,557 of 9,539
In Lancaster
#16 of 47
public schools
In district
#5 of 22
Lancaster Elementary
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Linda Verde Elementary
Elementary School in Lancaster · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Linda Verde Elementary
Linda Verde Elementary is a public elementary school in Lancaster, CA, part of Lancaster Elementary. Linda Verde Elementary serves approximately 638 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 26.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Linda Verde Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #7,557 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Linda Verde Elementary show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 4.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Linda Verde Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Linda Verde Elementary runs 26.6:1 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.
32% of students at Linda Verde 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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Linda Verde Elementary — Students at Linda Verde Elementary score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 38 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: 6.3/10.
How Linda Verde Elementary Compares
See how Linda Verde 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
44924 North Fifth St. East, Lancaster, CA 93535
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Linda Verde Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GRACE LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ANTELOPE VALLEY ADVENTIST SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Life Source International Charter (rated 6.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lancaster, see our Lancaster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Desert Winds Continuation High Lancaster | 0.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Antelope Valley High Lancaster | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| El Dorado Elementary Lancaster | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Piute Middle Lancaster | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| EMPOWERED CHURCH INTERNATIONAL/ LEARNING ACADEMY Lancaster | 0.7 mi | — |
| Phoenix High Community Day Lancaster | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| League of Angels Learning Center Lancaster | 1.1 mi | — |
| Journey Int'l Cultural STEAM Academy Lancaster | 1.2 mi | — |
| Joshua Elementary Lancaster | 1.3 mi | 2.9 |
| Life Source International Charter Lancaster | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Seton, Inc. Lancaster | 1.2 mi | — |
| Promise Academy Lancster | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Discovery Lancaster | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Lincoln Elementary Lancaster | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| ANTELOPE VALLEY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Lancaster | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| ANTELOPE VALLEY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Lancaster | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Antelope Valley Adventist School Lancaster | 1.4 mi | — |
| ELM/KWA PRIVATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lancaster | 1.7 mi | — |
| GRACE LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lancaster | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Grace Lutheran Elementary Lancaster | 1.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93535 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,989
Median Home Value
$336,200
Median Rent
$1,650/mo
Population
80,478
College Educated
14.2%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
33.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
31.9
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Addams Elementary Long Beach, CA | 4.8 |
| Ansgar Larsen Elementary Oxnard, CA | 4.8 |
| Aptitud Community Academy at Goss San Jose, CA | 4.8 |
| Barton Elementary Long Beach, CA | 4.8 |
| Beardsley Elementary Bakersfield, CA | 4.8 |
| Bennett/Kew P-8 Leadership Academy of Excellence Inglewood, CA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Linda Verde Elementary
What grades does Linda Verde Elementary serve?
Linda Verde Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Linda Verde Elementary?
Linda Verde Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 638 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Linda Verde Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Linda Verde Elementary is 26.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Linda Verde Elementary rank in CA?
Linda Verde Elementary ranks #7,557 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Linda Verde Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Linda Verde Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Linda Verde Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Linda Verde Elementary has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Linda Verde Elementary a charter school?
No, Linda Verde Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Linda Verde Elementary a Title I school?
No, Linda Verde Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Linda Verde Elementary?
86.8% of students at Linda Verde 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 638
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.1%
- Phone
- (661) 942-0431
Resources & Links
District
Lancaster Elementary- District Enrollment
- 13,832
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,710
- District Rank
- #5 of 22
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