Below Average
#8564 of 9,539 schools in CA
Plainview Academic Charter Academy
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
10819 Plainview Ave., Tujunga, CA 91042
Enrollment
285
Student-Teacher
21.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
285
Student-Teacher
21.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,564 of 9,539
In Tujunga
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#760 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Plainview Academic Charter Academy
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About Plainview Academic Charter Academy
Plainview Academic Charter Academy is a public elementary school in Tujunga, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Plainview Academic Charter Academy serves approximately 285 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Plainview Academic Charter Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,564 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Plainview Academic Charter Academy show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Plainview Academic Charter Academy runs 21.9:1 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.
Plainview Academic Charter Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
31% of students at Plainview Academic Charter Academy 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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Plainview Academic Charter Academy — Students at Plainview Academic Charter Academy score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.7%
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: 2.5/10.
How Plainview Academic Charter Academy Compares
See how Plainview Academic Charter Academy 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
10819 Plainview Ave., Tujunga, CA 91042
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Plainview Academic Charter Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dunsmore Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby La Crescenta), which scores notably higher. Another option is Valley View Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby La Crescenta), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Abraham Lincoln Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby La Crescenta), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tujunga, see our Tujunga schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Verdugo Hills Senior High Tujunga | 0.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Mt. Gleason Middle Sunland | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Mt. Lukens Continuation Tujunga | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| HAYKAZUNYADZ CHILD CARE CENTER INC. Tujunga | 0.7 mi | — |
| Haykazunyadz Armenian Center Inc. Tujunga | 0.7 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Tujunga | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Apperson Street Elementary Sunland | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Sunland Elementary Sunland | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Pinewood Avenue Elementary Tujunga | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Mountain View Elementary Tujunga | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Chamlian Armenian School Glendale | 2.6 mi | — |
| CHAMLIAN ARMENIAN SCHOOL Glendale | 2.7 mi | 2.3 |
| First Steps La Crescenta | 2.9 mi | — |
| FIRST STEPS SCHOOL La Crescenta | 2.9 mi | 5.4 |
| ST JAMES-HOLY REDEEMER SCHOOL La Crescenta | 3.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Dunsmore Elementary La Crescenta | 3.0 mi | 8.8 |
| St. James -Holy Redeemer School La Crescenta | 3.0 mi | — |
| Anderson W. Clark Magnet High La Crescenta | 3.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Valley View Elementary La Crescenta | 3.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary La Crescenta | 3.7 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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| Aspire Juanita Tate Academy Charter Oakland, CA | 4.0 |
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| Barack Obama Charter Los Angeles, CA | 4.0 |
| C. Roy Carmichael Elementary Portola, CA | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Plainview Academic Charter Academy
What grades does Plainview Academic Charter Academy serve?
Plainview Academic Charter Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Plainview Academic Charter Academy?
Plainview Academic Charter Academy has an enrollment of approximately 285 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Plainview Academic Charter Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Plainview Academic Charter Academy is 21.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Plainview Academic Charter Academy rank in CA?
Plainview Academic Charter Academy ranks #8,564 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Plainview Academic Charter Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Plainview Academic Charter Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Plainview Academic Charter Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Plainview Academic Charter Academy has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Plainview Academic Charter Academy a charter school?
Yes, Plainview Academic Charter Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Plainview Academic Charter Academy a Title I school?
No, Plainview Academic Charter Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Plainview Academic Charter Academy?
87.7% of students at Plainview Academic Charter Academy 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 285
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.9%
- Phone
- (818) 353-1730
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #760 of 769
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