Below Average
#7847 of 9,539 schools in CA
Pinewood Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
10111 Silverton Ave., Tujunga, CA 91042
Enrollment
198
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
198
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,847 of 9,539
In Tujunga
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#733 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Pinewood Avenue Elementary
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About Pinewood Avenue Elementary
Pinewood Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Tujunga, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Pinewood Avenue Elementary serves approximately 198 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Pinewood Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #7,847 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Pinewood Avenue Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 198 students, Pinewood Avenue Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
52% of students at Pinewood Avenue 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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Pinewood Avenue Elementary — Students at Pinewood Avenue Elementary score 23% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.5%
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: 2.8/10.
How Pinewood Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Pinewood Avenue 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
10111 Silverton Ave., Tujunga, CA 91042
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pinewood Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dunsmore Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby La Crescenta), which scores notably higher. Another option is Valley View Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby La Crescenta), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Abraham Lincoln Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby La Crescenta), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tujunga, see our Tujunga schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Tujunga | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Mountain View Elementary Tujunga | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Verdugo Hills Senior High Tujunga | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Mt. Lukens Continuation Tujunga | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| HAYKAZUNYADZ CHILD CARE CENTER INC. Tujunga | 1.0 mi | — |
| Haykazunyadz Armenian Center Inc. Tujunga | 1.0 mi | — |
| Plainview Academic Charter Academy Tujunga | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Apperson Street Elementary Sunland | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Chamlian Armenian School Glendale | 1.5 mi | — |
| Mt. Gleason Middle Sunland | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| CHAMLIAN ARMENIAN SCHOOL Glendale | 1.5 mi | 2.3 |
| First Steps La Crescenta | 1.7 mi | — |
| FIRST STEPS SCHOOL La Crescenta | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| ST JAMES-HOLY REDEEMER SCHOOL La Crescenta | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Dunsmore Elementary La Crescenta | 1.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Sunland Elementary Sunland | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| St. James -Holy Redeemer School La Crescenta | 1.9 mi | — |
| Anderson W. Clark Magnet High La Crescenta | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Valley View Elementary La Crescenta | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary La Crescenta | 2.6 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,707
Median Home Value
$801,800
Median Rent
$1,782/mo
Population
27,055
College Educated
29.1%
Homeownership
53.2%
Avg Commute
33.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
45.7
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arena Elementary Point Arena, CA | 4.6 |
| Empire Gardens Elementary San Jose, CA | 4.6 |
| Fall River Elementary Fall River Mills, CA | 4.6 |
| Folsom Cordova K-8 Community Charter Mather, CA | 4.6 |
| Grenada Elementary Grenada, CA | 4.6 |
| Harte (Bret) Elementary San Francisco, CA | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pinewood Avenue Elementary
What grades does Pinewood Avenue Elementary serve?
Pinewood Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Pinewood Avenue Elementary?
Pinewood Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 198 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pinewood Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Pinewood Avenue Elementary is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pinewood Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Pinewood Avenue Elementary ranks #7,847 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Pinewood Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Pinewood Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Pinewood Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pinewood Avenue Elementary has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Pinewood Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Pinewood Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pinewood Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Pinewood Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pinewood Avenue Elementary?
95.5% of students at Pinewood Avenue 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
- 198
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.0%
- Phone
- (818) 353-2515
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #733 of 769
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