Needs Improvement
#8803 of 9,539 schools in CA
Santa Susana Elementary
Elementary School · Simi Valley Unified
4300 Apricot Rd., Simi Valley, CA 93063
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,803 of 9,539
In Simi Valley
#36 of 40
public schools
In district
#23 of 27
Simi Valley Unified
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Santa Susana Elementary
Santa Susana Elementary is a public elementary school in Simi Valley, CA, part of Simi Valley Unified. Santa Susana Elementary serves approximately 326 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Santa Susana Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #8,803 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Santa Susana Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Santa Susana 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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Santa Susana Elementary — Students at Santa Susana Elementary score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.3%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 1.6/10.
How Santa Susana Elementary Compares
See how Santa Susana Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4300 Apricot Rd., Simi Valley, CA 93063
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santa Susana Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PHOENIX RANCH WEST (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Vista Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PHOENIX RANCH SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Simi Valley, see our Simi Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Garden Grove Elementary Simi Valley | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| PHOENIX RANCH SCHOOL Simi Valley | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Township Elementary Simi Valley | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| PHOENIX RANCH WEST Simi Valley | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Phoenix Ranch School Simi Valley | 0.9 mi | — |
| Valley View Middle Simi Valley | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Santa Susana High Simi Valley | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| St. Anne's Academy Simi Valley | 1.2 mi | — |
| LITTLE SCHOLARS MONTESSORI Simi Valley | 1.0 mi | — |
| Big Springs Elementary Simi Valley | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Simi Valley High Simi Valley | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Apollo High Simi Valley | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Simi Valley | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Katherine Elementary Simi Valley | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Sycamore Elementary Simi Valley | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| St. Peter Claver Preschool & Kindergarten Simi Valley | 1.7 mi | — |
| ST PETER CLAVER PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Simi Valley | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Mountain View Elementary Simi Valley | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Vista Elementary Simi Valley | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Atherwood Elementary Simi Valley | 2.3 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$124,030
Median Home Value
$746,000
Median Rent
$2,385/mo
Population
56,110
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
73.8%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
42.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santa Susana Elementary
What grades does Santa Susana Elementary serve?
Santa Susana Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Santa Susana Elementary?
Santa Susana Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 326 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Susana Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Santa Susana Elementary is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Santa Susana Elementary rank in CA?
Santa Susana Elementary ranks #8,803 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Santa Susana Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Santa Susana Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Santa Susana Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Santa Susana Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Santa Susana Elementary a charter school?
No, Santa Susana Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Santa Susana Elementary a Title I school?
No, Santa Susana Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Santa Susana Elementary?
69.3% of students at Santa Susana 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 326
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Ventura County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.6%
- Phone
- (805) 520-6765
Resources & Links
District
Simi Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 15,677
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,369
- District Rank
- #23 of 27
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