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Shenandoah Street Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

2450 Shenandoah St., Los Angeles, CA 90034

Enrollment

326

Student-Teacher

20.4:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,331 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#324 of 563

public schools

In district

#455 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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6.6/10

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

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About Shenandoah Street Elementary

Shenandoah Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Shenandoah Street Elementary serves approximately 326 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Shenandoah Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,331 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Shenandoah Street Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Shenandoah Street Elementary runs 20.4:1 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.

44% of students at Shenandoah Street 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 Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.3% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-15.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+8.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism43.6%

Shenandoah Street Elementary — Students at Shenandoah Street Elementary score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

92.3%

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 38.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 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
57%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
60%
ELA
40%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
43%
2013
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
18%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
26%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
26%
ELA
36%
2019
Math
26%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
23.1%
ELA
39.4%
2024
Math
30.5%
ELA
32.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.

How Shenandoah Street Elementary Compares

See how Shenandoah Street Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
55th percentile in CA
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
43.6%

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

2450 Shenandoah St., Los Angeles, CA 90034

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Shenandoah Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Castle Heights Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TURNING POINT SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Culver City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Canfield Avenue Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Little Sprouts Language Immersion Preschool Los Angeles 0.4 mi
Alexander Hamilton Senior High Los Angeles 0.5 mi 7.4
Cheviot Hills Continuation Los Angeles 0.5 mi 6.6
PLAY MOUNTAIN PLACE Los Angeles 0.7 mi 5.4
Play Mountain Place Los Angeles 0.7 mi
YULA GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.8 mi 6.6
YULA High School - YULA Girls Los Angeles 0.8 mi
Turning Point School Culver City 0.8 mi
TURNING POINT SCHOOL Culver City 0.8 mi 8.8
Echo Horizon School Culver City 0.8 mi
ECHO HORIZON Culver City 0.8 mi 8.2
CHOFETZ CHAIM LOS ANGELES Los Angeles 0.9 mi 6.3
Park Century Elementary Culver City 0.9 mi
Canfield Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.9 mi 8.8
Chabad Israeli Center, Inc Los Angeles 0.9 mi
Cheder Menachem Los Angeles 0.8 mi
Castle Heights Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 9.2
CHEDER MENACHEM Los Angeles 0.9 mi 6.1
Crescent Heights Boulevard Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 5.2
Los Angeles Center for Enriched Studies Los Angeles 0.9 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90034 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$103,082

Median Home Value

$1,395,000

Median Rent

$2,180/mo

Population

55,120

College Educated

64.3%

Homeownership

20.6%

Avg Commute

27.2 min

Poverty Rate

9.2%

Median Age

34.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Shenandoah Street Elementary

What grades does Shenandoah Street Elementary serve?

Shenandoah Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Shenandoah Street Elementary?

Shenandoah Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 326 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Shenandoah Street Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Shenandoah Street Elementary is 20.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Shenandoah Street Elementary rank in CA?

Shenandoah Street Elementary ranks #4,331 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Shenandoah Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Shenandoah Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Shenandoah Street Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Shenandoah Street Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Shenandoah Street Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Shenandoah Street Elementary a Title I school?

No, Shenandoah Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shenandoah Street Elementary?

92.3% of students at Shenandoah Street 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
67 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
57 Good Transit
Bike Score
69 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
92.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
43.6%

District

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

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