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Osceola Street Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

14940 Osceola St., Sylmar, CA 91342

Enrollment

355

Student-Teacher

20.9:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#3,937 of 9,539

In Sylmar

#9 of 13

public schools

In district

#419 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

Academic performance

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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About Osceola Street Elementary

Osceola Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Sylmar, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Osceola Street Elementary serves approximately 355 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Osceola Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,937 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Osceola Street Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Osceola Street Elementary runs 20.9:1 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.

46% of students at Osceola 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 Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.7% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-12.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.1 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+12.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism46.2%

Osceola Street Elementary — Students at Osceola Street Elementary score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

87.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 34.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 39.5% (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
47%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
21.7%
ELA
41.6%
2024
Math
32.3%
ELA
41.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.

How Osceola Street Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
59th percentile in CA
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
88%
Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
46.2%

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

14940 Osceola St., Sylmar, CA 91342

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Osceola Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dyer Street Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is O'Melveny Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby San Fernando), with a very similar rating. Additionally, El Dorado Avenue Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sylmar, see our Sylmar schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
SANTA ROSA DE LIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Fernando 0.7 mi 4.3
Santa Rosa de Lima San Fernando 0.7 mi
Dyer Street Elementary Sylmar 0.9 mi 7.4
San Fernando Elementary San Fernando 0.9 mi 5.5
El Dorado Avenue Elementary Sylmar 1.0 mi 6.2
Bishop Alemany High Mission Hills 1.1 mi
BISHOP ALEMANY HIGH SCHOOL Mission Hills 1.1 mi 5.2
PUC Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy Burbank 1.0 mi 7.0
O'Melveny Elementary San Fernando 1.2 mi 7.0
PARK MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S CENTER Sylmar 1.3 mi
ST DIDACUS SCHOOL Sylmar 1.2 mi 4.8
St. Didacus Sylmar 1.2 mi
San Fernando Middle San Fernando 1.2 mi 6.7
San Fernando Institute of Applied Media San Fernando 1.2 mi 8.0
Learning Trajectory North Mission Hills 1.5 mi
Sylmar Charter High Sylmar 1.4 mi 7.5
Sylmar Biotech Health and Engineering Magnet Sylmar 1.4 mi 8.7
San Fernando Senior High San Fernando 1.5 mi 7.3
Olive Vista Middle Sylmar 1.6 mi 7.8
Morningside Elementary San Fernando 1.3 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91342 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,480

Median Home Value

$641,100

Median Rent

$1,965/mo

Population

93,513

College Educated

20.1%

Homeownership

67.7%

Avg Commute

31.6 min

Poverty Rate

12.7%

Median Age

37.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Osceola Street Elementary

What grades does Osceola Street Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Osceola Street Elementary?

Osceola Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 355 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Osceola Street Elementary is 20.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Osceola Street Elementary rank in CA?

Osceola Street Elementary ranks #3,937 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Osceola Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Osceola Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Osceola Street Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Osceola Street Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Osceola Street Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Osceola Street Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

87.9% of students at Osceola 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
42 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
54 Good Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
87.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
46.2%

District

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

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