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Sharp Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
13800 Pierce St., Arleta, CA 91331
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,761 of 9,539
In Arleta
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#667 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Sharp Avenue Elementary
Sharp Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Arleta, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Sharp Avenue Elementary serves approximately 447 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sharp Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,761 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sharp Avenue Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Sharp Avenue Elementary runs 21.3:1 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.
40% of students at Sharp 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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Sharp Avenue Elementary — Students at Sharp Avenue Elementary score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.9%
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: 4.3/10.
How Sharp Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Sharp 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
13800 Pierce St., Arleta, CA 91331
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sharp Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vena Avenue Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Valor Academy Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Canterbury Avenue Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Arleta, see our Arleta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mary Immaculate Elementary School Pacoima | 0.4 mi | — |
| MARY IMMACULATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pacoima | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Beachy Avenue Elementary Arleta | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Pacoima Middle Pacoima | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Arleta High Arleta | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Haddon Avenue Elementary Pacoima | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Telfair Avenue Elementary Pacoima | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Vena Avenue Elementary Arleta | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Liggett Street Elementary Panorama City | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Montague Charter Academy Pacoima | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Canterbury Avenue Elementary Arleta | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Mission Continuation San Fernando | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Bert Corona Charter Pacoima | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| San Fernando Senior High San Fernando | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Valor Academy Elementary Los Angeles | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| GUARDIAN ANGEL ELEMENTARY Pacoima | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Guardian Angel Catholic School Pacoima | 1.5 mi | — |
| Pacoima Charter Elementary Pacoima | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| DEVONSHIRE MONTESSORI Mission Hills | 1.5 mi | — |
| O'Melveny Elementary San Fernando | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood 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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|---|---|
| A. H. Morgan Elementary Rialto, CA | 5.3 |
| Acacia Magnet School for Enriched Learning Thousand Oaks, CA | 5.3 |
| Alice Birney Waldorf-Inspired Sacramento, CA | 5.3 |
| Ann Soldo Elementary Watsonville, CA | 5.3 |
| Arlington Heights Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 5.3 |
| Arminta Street Elementary North Hollywood, CA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sharp Avenue Elementary
What grades does Sharp Avenue Elementary serve?
Sharp Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sharp Avenue Elementary?
Sharp Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 447 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sharp Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sharp Avenue Elementary is 21.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sharp Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Sharp Avenue Elementary ranks #6,761 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sharp Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sharp Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Sharp Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sharp Avenue Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sharp Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Sharp Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sharp Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sharp Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sharp Avenue Elementary?
96.9% of students at Sharp 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
- 447
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.3%
- Phone
- (818) 896-9573
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #667 of 769
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