Below Average
#7964 of 9,539 schools in CA
Morningside Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
576 North Maclay Ave., San Fernando, CA 91340
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,964 of 9,539
In San Fernando
#13 of 14
public schools
In district
#740 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Morningside Elementary
Elementary School in San Fernando · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Morningside Elementary
Morningside Elementary is a public elementary school in San Fernando, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Morningside Elementary serves approximately 417 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Morningside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,964 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Morningside Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Morningside 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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Morningside Elementary — Students at Morningside Elementary score 23% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.4/10.
How Morningside Elementary Compares
See how Morningside 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
576 North Maclay Ave., San Fernando, CA 91340
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Morningside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PUC Community Charter Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Burbank), which scores notably higher. Another option is Vista del Valle Dual Language Academy (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dyer Street Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Sylmar), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Fernando, see our San Fernando schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91340 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,124
Median Home Value
$624,900
Median Rent
$1,740/mo
Population
33,750
College Educated
14.1%
Homeownership
64.7%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
36.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Morningside Elementary
What grades does Morningside Elementary serve?
Morningside Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Morningside Elementary?
Morningside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 417 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Morningside Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Morningside Elementary is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Morningside Elementary rank in CA?
Morningside Elementary ranks #7,964 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Morningside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Morningside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Morningside Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Morningside Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Morningside Elementary a charter school?
No, Morningside Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Morningside Elementary a Title I school?
No, Morningside Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Morningside Elementary?
93.3% of students at Morningside 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
- 417
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.2%
- Phone
- (818) 365-7181
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #740 of 769
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