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#3856 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 40% in state
Providencia Elementary
Elementary School · Burbank Unified
1919 North Ontario St., Burbank, CA 91505
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
26.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
26.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,856 of 9,539
In Burbank
#18 of 29
public schools
In district
#8 of 18
Burbank Unified
Equity
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Providencia Elementary
Providencia Elementary is a public elementary school in Burbank, CA, part of Burbank Unified. Providencia Elementary serves approximately 403 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Providencia Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,856 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Providencia Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Providencia Elementary runs 26.9:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Providencia Elementary — Students at Providencia Elementary score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.
How Providencia Elementary Compares
See how Providencia 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
1919 North Ontario St., Burbank, CA 91505
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Providencia Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Theodore Roosevelt Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is George Washington Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Bret Harte Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Burbank, see our Burbank schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bret Harte Elementary Burbank | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Luther Burbank Middle Burbank | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Burbank Unified Independent Learning Academy (BUILA) Burbank | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Magnolia Park Burbank | 0.7 mi | — |
| Monterey High (Continuation) Burbank | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| George Washington Elementary Burbank | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Thomas Edison Elementary Burbank | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| BURBANK EDU-CARE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Burbank | 0.9 mi | — |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL North Hollywood | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Theodore Roosevelt Elementary Burbank | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Learning Trajectory Burbank | 1.3 mi | — |
| Saint Francis Xavier School Burbank | 1.6 mi | — |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Burbank | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| MEDIA CENTER MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN Burbank | 1.7 mi | — |
| BRIGHTON HALL SCHOOL Burbank | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Brighton Hall Burbank | 1.7 mi | — |
| Burroughs High Burbank | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Oxnard Street Elementary North Hollywood | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elementary Burbank | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| SMART START MONTESSORI North Hollywood | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91505 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,364
Median Home Value
$992,300
Median Rent
$2,284/mo
Population
31,843
College Educated
46.9%
Homeownership
44.2%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
38.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Providencia Elementary
What grades does Providencia Elementary serve?
Providencia Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Providencia Elementary?
Providencia Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 403 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Providencia Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Providencia Elementary is 26.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Providencia Elementary rank in CA?
Providencia Elementary ranks #3,856 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Providencia Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Providencia 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 Providencia Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Providencia Elementary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Providencia Elementary a charter school?
No, Providencia Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Providencia Elementary a Title I school?
No, Providencia Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Providencia Elementary?
43.9% of students at Providencia 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
- 403
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.3%
- Phone
- (818) 729-3100
Resources & Links
District
Burbank Unified- District Enrollment
- 14,240
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,628
- District Rank
- #8 of 18
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