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#3721 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 39% in state
Ranchito Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
7940 Ranchito Ave., Panorama City, CA 91402
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,721 of 9,539
In Panorama City
#9 of 12
public schools
In district
#394 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Ranchito Avenue Elementary
Ranchito Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Panorama City, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Ranchito Avenue Elementary serves approximately 420 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21:1 student-teacher ratio. Ranchito Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,721 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ranchito Avenue Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ranchito Avenue Elementary runs 21:1 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.
39% of students at Ranchito 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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Ranchito Avenue Elementary — Students at Ranchito Avenue Elementary score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.9%
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: 5.8/10.
How Ranchito Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Ranchito 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
7940 Ranchito Ave., Panorama City, CA 91402
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ranchito Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Valor Academy Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores notably higher. Another option is Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Van Nuys), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Canterbury Avenue Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Arleta), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Panorama City, see our Panorama City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,369
Median Home Value
$586,500
Median Rent
$1,607/mo
Population
66,710
College Educated
18.8%
Homeownership
34.4%
Avg Commute
31.5 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
35.1
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| Audubon K-8 San Diego, CA | 6.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ranchito Avenue Elementary
What grades does Ranchito Avenue Elementary serve?
Ranchito Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ranchito Avenue Elementary?
Ranchito Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 420 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ranchito Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ranchito Avenue Elementary is 21:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ranchito Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Ranchito Avenue Elementary ranks #3,721 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ranchito Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ranchito Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Ranchito Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ranchito Avenue Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ranchito Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Ranchito Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ranchito Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ranchito Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ranchito Avenue Elementary?
91.9% of students at Ranchito 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
- 420
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.6%
- Phone
- (818) 988-1710
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #394 of 769
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