Very Good
#2317 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 24% in state
Sara Coughlin Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
11035 Borden St., Pacoima, CA 91331
Enrollment
435
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
435
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,317 of 9,539
In Pacoima
#3 of 11
public schools
In district
#242 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Sara Coughlin Elementary
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About Sara Coughlin Elementary
Sara Coughlin Elementary is a public elementary school in Pacoima, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Sara Coughlin Elementary serves approximately 435 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sara Coughlin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,317 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sara Coughlin Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% 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
Sara Coughlin Elementary runs 21.8:1 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.
36% of students at Sara Coughlin 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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Sara Coughlin Elementary — Students at Sara Coughlin Elementary score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.3%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.
How Sara Coughlin Elementary Compares
See how Sara Coughlin 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
11035 Borden St., Pacoima, CA 91331
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sara Coughlin Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fenton Avenue Charter (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Lake View Terrace), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fenton Primary Center (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Pacoima Charter Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pacoima, see our Pacoima schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91331 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,025
Median Home Value
$609,300
Median Rent
$1,818/mo
Population
98,820
College Educated
11.2%
Homeownership
62.8%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
34.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sara Coughlin Elementary
What grades does Sara Coughlin Elementary serve?
Sara Coughlin Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sara Coughlin Elementary?
Sara Coughlin Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 435 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sara Coughlin Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sara Coughlin Elementary is 21.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sara Coughlin Elementary rank in CA?
Sara Coughlin Elementary ranks #2,317 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sara Coughlin Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sara Coughlin Elementary 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 Sara Coughlin Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sara Coughlin Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sara Coughlin Elementary a charter school?
No, Sara Coughlin Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sara Coughlin Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sara Coughlin Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sara Coughlin Elementary?
93.3% of students at Sara Coughlin 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
- 435
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.9%
- Phone
- (818) 686-6428
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #242 of 769
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