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#3505 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 37% in state

O'melveny Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

728 Woodworth St., San Fernando, CA 91340

Enrollment

348

Student-Teacher

18.3:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#3,505 of 9,539

In San Fernando

#7 of 14

public schools

In district

#376 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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O'melveny Elementary

7.0/10

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

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7.3/10

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About O'melveny Elementary

O'melveny Elementary is a public elementary school in San Fernando, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. O'melveny Elementary serves approximately 348 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. O'melveny Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,505 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for O'melveny Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% 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

33% of students at O'melveny 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 Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.59 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31.6% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-14.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.4 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+16.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism32.5%

O'melveny Elementary — Students at O'melveny Elementary score 39% 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

92%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 44.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 47.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 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
61%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
50%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
48%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
44%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
29%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
29%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
48%
2022
Math
31.6%
ELA
40.7%
2024
Math
32.5%
ELA
47.1%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.6/10.

How O'melveny Elementary Compares

See how O'melveny Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
63th percentile in CA
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.5%

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

728 Woodworth St., San Fernando, CA 91340

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering O'melveny Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. San Jose Street Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Mission Hills), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Osceola Street Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Sylmar), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Telfair Avenue Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Pacoima), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Fernando, see our San Fernando schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
San Fernando Senior High San Fernando 0.3 mi 7.3
San Fernando Elementary San Fernando 0.3 mi 5.5
Mission Continuation San Fernando 0.5 mi 7.7
Santa Rosa de Lima San Fernando 0.5 mi
SANTA ROSA DE LIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Fernando 0.5 mi 4.3
San Fernando Middle San Fernando 0.7 mi 6.7
San Fernando Institute of Applied Media San Fernando 0.7 mi 8.0
PUC Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy Burbank 0.9 mi 7.0
Telfair Avenue Elementary Pacoima 0.9 mi 6.6
BISHOP ALEMANY HIGH SCHOOL Mission Hills 0.9 mi 5.2
Bishop Alemany High Mission Hills 0.9 mi
Morningside Elementary San Fernando 1.1 mi 4.5
Osceola Street Elementary Sylmar 1.2 mi 6.8
San Jose Street Elementary Mission Hills 1.2 mi 7.7
MARY IMMACULATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pacoima 1.3 mi 6.3
Mary Immaculate Elementary School Pacoima 1.4 mi
DEVONSHIRE MONTESSORI Mission Hills 1.4 mi
GLENOAKS CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY San Fernando 1.5 mi 5.4
First United Methodist Church/Glenoaks Christian Elementary School San Fernando 1.5 mi
Vaughn Next Century Learning Center San Fernando 1.3 mi 6.3

Neighborhood 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 O'melveny Elementary

What grades does O'melveny Elementary serve?

O'melveny Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend O'melveny Elementary?

O'melveny Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 348 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at O'melveny Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at O'melveny Elementary is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does O'melveny Elementary rank in CA?

O'melveny Elementary ranks #3,505 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is O'melveny Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

O'melveny 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 O'melveny Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, O'melveny Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is O'melveny Elementary a charter school?

No, O'melveny Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is O'melveny Elementary a Title I school?

No, O'melveny Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for O'melveny Elementary?

92.0% of students at O'melveny 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
83 Very Walkable
Transit Score
50 Good Transit
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
348
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
92.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.5%

District

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

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