Below Average
#7848 of 9,539 schools in CA
Plummer Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
9340 Noble Ave., North Hills, CA 91343
Enrollment
629
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
629
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,848 of 9,539
In North Hills
#13 of 14
public schools
In district
#734 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Plummer Elementary
Plummer Elementary is a public elementary school in North Hills, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Plummer Elementary serves approximately 629 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Plummer Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #7,848 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Plummer Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% 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
37% of students at Plummer 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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Plummer Elementary — Students at Plummer Elementary score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 2.2/10.
How Plummer Elementary Compares
See how Plummer 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
9340 Noble Ave., North Hills, CA 91343
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Plummer Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Panorama City Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Panorama City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alta California Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Panorama City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Carlos Santana Arts Academy (rated 8.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in North Hills, see our North Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Valor Academy High Los Angeles | 0.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Carlos Santana Arts Academy North Hills | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Francisco Sepulveda Middle North Hills | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Valor Academy Middle Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Lassen Elementary North Hills | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Primary Academy for Success Panorama City | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Alta California Elementary Panorama City | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Rosa Parks Learning Center North Hills | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| DUBNOFF CENTER FOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT North Hills | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| OUR LADY OF PEACE North Hills | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Our Lady of Peace Elementary North Hills | 0.6 mi | — |
| Achievers Academy Preschool North Hills | 0.7 mi | — |
| Panorama City Elementary Panorama City | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Langdon Avenue Elementary North Hills | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Liggett Street Elementary Panorama City | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| James Monroe High North Hills | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Noble Avenue Elementary North Hills | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| NORTH VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL North Hills | 1.1 mi | — |
| DEVONSHIRE MONTESSORI Mission Hills | 1.2 mi | — |
| Vista Middle Panorama City | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91343 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,719
Median Home Value
$751,000
Median Rent
$1,796/mo
Population
61,607
College Educated
26.4%
Homeownership
49.3%
Avg Commute
31.5 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
35.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adams Elementary Riverside, CA | 4.6 |
| Arlanza Elementary Riverside, CA | 4.6 |
| Buckeye School of the Arts Redding, CA | 4.6 |
| Cabrillo Elementary Upland, CA | 4.6 |
| Captain Raymond Collins Long Beach, CA | 4.6 |
| Carl E. Gilbert Elementary Buena Park, CA | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Plummer Elementary
What grades does Plummer Elementary serve?
Plummer Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Plummer Elementary?
Plummer Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 629 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Plummer Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Plummer Elementary is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Plummer Elementary rank in CA?
Plummer Elementary ranks #7,848 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Plummer Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Plummer 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 Plummer Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Plummer Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Plummer Elementary a charter school?
No, Plummer Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Plummer Elementary a Title I school?
No, Plummer Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Plummer Elementary?
95.2% of students at Plummer 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 629
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.4%
- Phone
- (818) 895-2481
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #734 of 769
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