Very Good
#1695 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 18% in state
R. L. Stevenson Elementary
Elementary School · Burbank Unified
3333 Oak St., Burbank, CA 91505
Enrollment
529
Student-Teacher
22:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
529
Student-Teacher
22:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,695 of 9,539
In Burbank
#7 of 29
public schools
In district
#1 of 18
Burbank Unified
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About R. L. Stevenson Elementary
R. L. Stevenson Elementary is a public elementary school in Burbank, CA, part of Burbank Unified.
R. L. Stevenson Elementary serves approximately 529 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22:1 student-teacher ratio.
R. L. Stevenson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,695 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for R. L. Stevenson Elementary show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
R. L. Stevenson Elementary runs 22:1 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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R. L. Stevenson Elementary — Students at R. L. Stevenson Elementary score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 8.0/10.
How R. L. Stevenson Elementary Compares
See how R. L. Stevenson 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
3333 Oak St., Burbank, CA 91505
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering R. L. Stevenson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Toluca Lake Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby North Hollywood), with a very similar rating. Another option is Walt Disney Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Theodore Roosevelt Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Burbank, see our Burbank schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Joyful Zen Academy LLC Burbank | 0.4 mi | — |
| Brighton Hall Burbank | 0.5 mi | — |
| BRIGHTON HALL SCHOOL Burbank | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| MEDIA CENTER MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN Burbank | 0.6 mi | — |
| Theodore Roosevelt Elementary Burbank | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| PROVIDENCE HIGH SCHOOL Burbank | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Saint Finbar School Burbank | 0.8 mi | — |
| ST FINBAR PARISH SCHOOL Burbank | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Burroughs High Burbank | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Thomas Edison Elementary Burbank | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| JOYCES TOLUCA LAKE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN North Hollywood | 1.3 mi | — |
| Willowcrest School North Hollywood | 1.3 mi | — |
| Toluca Lake Elementary North Hollywood | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| TOLUCA 'CROSSROADS' SCHOOL PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTE North Hollywood | 1.3 mi | — |
| Dolores Huerta Middle Burbank | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Bret Harte Elementary Burbank | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Walt Disney Elementary Burbank | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Burbank Unified Independent Learning Academy (BUILA) Burbank | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Luther Burbank Middle Burbank | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| International School of Los Angeles-BB Burbank | 1.5 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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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ada S. Nelson Elementary Whittier, CA | 7.9 |
| Agnes M. Baptist Elementary Modesto, CA | 7.9 |
| Alianza Charter Watsonville, CA | 7.9 |
| Bagby Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.9 |
| Banyan Elementary Alta Loma, CA | 7.9 |
| Bel Aire Elementary Tiburon, CA | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about R. L. Stevenson Elementary
What grades does R. L. Stevenson Elementary serve?
R. L. Stevenson Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend R. L. Stevenson Elementary?
R. L. Stevenson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 529 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at R. L. Stevenson Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at R. L. Stevenson Elementary is 22:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does R. L. Stevenson Elementary rank in CA?
R. L. Stevenson Elementary ranks #1,695 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is R. L. Stevenson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
R. L. Stevenson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 R. L. Stevenson Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, R. L. Stevenson Elementary has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is R. L. Stevenson Elementary a charter school?
No, R. L. Stevenson Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is R. L. Stevenson Elementary a Title I school?
No, R. L. Stevenson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for R. L. Stevenson Elementary?
18.3% of students at R. L. Stevenson 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 529
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.4%
- Phone
- (818) 729-5700
Resources & Links
District
Burbank Unified- District Enrollment
- 14,240
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,628
- District Rank
- #1 of 18
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