Very Good
#2322 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 24% in state
Riverside Drive Charter
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
13061 Riverside Dr., Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
22.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
22.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,322 of 9,539
In Sherman Oaks
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#247 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Riverside Drive Charter
Elementary School in Sherman Oaks · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Riverside Drive Charter
Riverside Drive Charter is a public elementary school in Sherman Oaks, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Riverside Drive Charter serves approximately 401 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverside Drive Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,322 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Riverside Drive Charter show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Riverside Drive Charter runs 22.3:1 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.
Riverside Drive Charter 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.
Score Breakdown
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Riverside Drive Charter — Students at Riverside Drive Charter score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.6%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.
How Riverside Drive Charter Compares
See how Riverside Drive Charter 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
13061 Riverside Dr., Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riverside Drive Charter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dixie Canyon Community Charter (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MERDINIAN ARMENIAN EVANGELICAL SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, BETH HILLEL DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Valley Village), a more accessible option. For more schools in Sherman Oaks, see our Sherman Oaks schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| C. and E. Merdinian Armenian Evangelical School Sherman Oaks | 0.4 mi | — |
| MERDINIAN ARMENIAN EVANGELICAL SCHOOL Sherman Oaks | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Legacy Academy of Jewish Education Inc Sherman Oaks | 0.7 mi | — |
| St. Francis De Sales Sherman Oaks | 0.7 mi | — |
| ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL Sherman Oaks | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Louis Armstrong Middle Sherman Oaks | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Dixie Canyon Community Charter Sherman Oaks | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| SUNRISE SCHOOL Sherman Oaks | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Village Glen School Sherman Oaks | 0.9 mi | — |
| Valley Torah High School Valley Village | 1.0 mi | — |
| BETH HILLEL DAY SCHOOL Valley Village | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| BETH HILLEL DAY SCHOOL Valley Village | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| VALLEY TORAH HIGH SCHOOL Valley Village | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Beth Hillel Day Valley Village | 0.9 mi | — |
| HARVARD-WESTLAKE SCHOOL Studio City | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| YESHIVA NER ARYEH Valley Village | 1.2 mi | — |
| Yeshiva Ner Aryeh Valley Village | 1.2 mi | — |
| Jack London Continuation Van Nuys | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Jack London Community Day Valley Glen | 1.3 mi | — |
| Campbell Hall (Episcopal) Studio City | 1.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91423 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$112,119
Median Home Value
$1,323,500
Median Rent
$2,239/mo
Population
32,536
College Educated
62.9%
Homeownership
37.5%
Avg Commute
32.1 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A. L. Conner Elementary Orange Cove, CA | 7.6 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary La Crescenta, CA | 7.6 |
| Abram Agnew Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.6 |
| Birch Grove Intermediate Newark, CA | 7.6 |
| Blossom Valley Elementary El Cajon, CA | 7.6 |
| Bowers Elementary Santa Clara, CA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riverside Drive Charter
What grades does Riverside Drive Charter serve?
Riverside Drive Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Riverside Drive Charter?
Riverside Drive Charter has an enrollment of approximately 401 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverside Drive Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Riverside Drive Charter is 22.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Riverside Drive Charter rank in CA?
Riverside Drive Charter ranks #2,322 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Riverside Drive Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Riverside Drive Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Riverside Drive Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverside Drive Charter has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Riverside Drive Charter a charter school?
Yes, Riverside Drive Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Riverside Drive Charter a Title I school?
No, Riverside Drive Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Riverside Drive Charter?
44.6% of students at Riverside Drive Charter 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
- 401
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.4%
- Phone
- (818) 990-4525
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #247 of 769
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