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San Fernando Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

1130 Mott St., San Fernando, CA 91340

Enrollment

445

Student-Teacher

21.2:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,436 of 9,539

In San Fernando

#12 of 14

public schools

In district

#633 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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5.5/10

Elementary School in San Fernando · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About San Fernando Elementary

San Fernando Elementary is a public elementary school in San Fernando, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. San Fernando Elementary serves approximately 445 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.2:1 student-teacher ratio. San Fernando Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,436 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for San Fernando Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

San Fernando Elementary runs 21.2:1 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.

40% of students at San Fernando 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.99 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26.7% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-19 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.9 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism40.4%

San Fernando Elementary — Students at San Fernando Elementary score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

93.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 34.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 32.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
59%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
41%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
43%
2014
Math
16%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
21%
ELA
26%
2016
Math
34%
ELA
28%
2017
Math
19%
ELA
26%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
17.8%
ELA
30.4%
2024
Math
27.1%
ELA
31.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.2/10.

How San Fernando Elementary Compares

See how San Fernando Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
33th percentile in CA
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
94%
Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1130 Mott St., San Fernando, CA 91340

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering San Fernando Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. San Jose Street Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Mission Hills), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dyer Street Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Sylmar), which scores notably higher. Additionally, O'Melveny Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Fernando, see our San Fernando schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Santa Rosa de Lima San Fernando 0.2 mi
SANTA ROSA DE LIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Fernando 0.2 mi 4.3
O'Melveny Elementary San Fernando 0.3 mi 7.0
San Fernando Senior High San Fernando 0.6 mi 7.3
San Fernando Middle San Fernando 0.7 mi 6.7
San Fernando Institute of Applied Media San Fernando 0.7 mi 8.0
Mission Continuation San Fernando 0.8 mi 7.7
PUC Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy Burbank 0.8 mi 7.0
Osceola Street Elementary Sylmar 0.9 mi 6.8
BISHOP ALEMANY HIGH SCHOOL Mission Hills 0.8 mi 5.2
Bishop Alemany High Mission Hills 0.8 mi
Morningside Elementary San Fernando 1.0 mi 4.5
Telfair Avenue Elementary Pacoima 1.2 mi 6.6
San Jose Street Elementary Mission Hills 1.3 mi 7.7
Dyer Street Elementary Sylmar 1.4 mi 7.4
GLENOAKS CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY San Fernando 1.4 mi 5.4
First United Methodist Church/Glenoaks Christian Elementary School San Fernando 1.4 mi
Learning Trajectory North Mission Hills 1.3 mi
DEVONSHIRE MONTESSORI Mission Hills 1.6 mi
MARY IMMACULATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pacoima 1.6 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91340 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,124

Median Home Value

$624,900

Median Rent

$1,740/mo

Population

33,750

College Educated

14.1%

Homeownership

64.7%

Avg Commute

30.2 min

Poverty Rate

12.6%

Median Age

36.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about San Fernando Elementary

What grades does San Fernando Elementary serve?

San Fernando Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend San Fernando Elementary?

San Fernando Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 445 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at San Fernando Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at San Fernando Elementary is 21.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does San Fernando Elementary rank in CA?

San Fernando Elementary ranks #6,436 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is San Fernando Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

San Fernando Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 San Fernando Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, San Fernando Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is San Fernando Elementary a charter school?

No, San Fernando Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is San Fernando Elementary a Title I school?

No, San Fernando Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for San Fernando Elementary?

93.9% of students at San Fernando 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
89 Very Walkable
Transit Score
50 Good Transit
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
93.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.4%

District

Los Angeles Unified
District Enrollment
419,929
Schools in District
785
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,687
District Rank
#633 of 769

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