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Napa Street Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

19010 Napa St., Northridge, CA 91324

Enrollment

433

Student-Teacher

20.6:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,432 of 9,539

In Northridge

#15 of 15

public schools

In district

#629 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Napa Street Elementary

5.5/10

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

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About Napa Street Elementary

Napa Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Northridge, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Napa Street Elementary serves approximately 433 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Napa Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,432 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Napa Street Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Napa Street Elementary runs 20.6:1 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.

39% of students at Napa 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 Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.97 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26.6% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-19.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.4 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+5.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism38.6%

Napa Street Elementary — Students at Napa Street Elementary score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

94%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 34.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 29.5% (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
39%
ELA
27%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
44%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
39%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
26%
ELA
24%
2015
Math
16%
ELA
19%
2016
Math
29%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
25%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
24%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
24%
ELA
29%
2022
Math
18.6%
ELA
26.5%
2024
Math
26.9%
ELA
26.2%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.3/10.

How Napa Street Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
33th percentile in CA
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
94%
Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.6%

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

19010 Napa St., Northridge, CA 91324

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Napa Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Magnolia Science Academy 7 (rated 6.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LITTLE ACORNS GROW (rated 6.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Reseda), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Northridge, see our Northridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Valley International Preparatory High Northridge 0.4 mi 9.0
Joaquin Miller Career and Transition Center Reseda 0.4 mi 5.4
Friends Kids Academy Northridge 0.4 mi
Grover Cleveland Charter High Reseda 0.5 mi 7.7
James Jordan Middle Reseda 0.8 mi 6.3
Blythe Street Elementary Reseda 0.9 mi 5.0
Calahan Street Elementary Northridge 0.9 mi 5.8
Magnolia Science Academy 7 Northridge 0.8 mi 6.6
John R. Wooden High Reseda 0.9 mi 5.6
KIDSVILLE USA Northridge 0.9 mi
Little Acorns Grow Reseda 1.2 mi
LITTLE ACORNS GROW Reseda 1.3 mi 6.4
Little Treehouse Academy Northridge 1.3 mi
Melvin Avenue Elementary Reseda 1.3 mi 5.7
Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies Northridge 1.5 mi 8.8
Northridge Middle Northridge 1.3 mi 6.5
Cantara Street Elementary Reseda 1.3 mi 5.9
Reseda Elementary Reseda 1.6 mi 5.6
Winnetka Avenue Elementary Canoga Park 1.4 mi 5.4
Sven Lokrantz Special Education Center Reseda 1.7 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91324 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,834

Median Home Value

$869,200

Median Rent

$2,286/mo

Population

29,510

College Educated

38.1%

Homeownership

48.5%

Avg Commute

29.7 min

Poverty Rate

11.7%

Median Age

38.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Napa Street Elementary

What grades does Napa Street Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Napa Street Elementary?

Napa Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 433 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Napa Street Elementary is 20.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Napa Street Elementary rank in CA?

Napa Street Elementary ranks #6,432 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Napa Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Napa Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Napa Street Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Napa Street Elementary has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Napa Street Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Napa Street Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

94.0% of students at Napa 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
64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
46 Some Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
94.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.6%

District

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

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