Below Average
#7419 of 9,539 schools in CA
Shirley Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
19452 Hart St., Reseda, CA 91335
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,419 of 9,539
In Reseda
#18 of 20
public schools
In district
#715 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Shirley Avenue Elementary
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About Shirley Avenue Elementary
Shirley Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Reseda, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Shirley Avenue Elementary serves approximately 416 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Shirley Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,419 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Shirley Avenue Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Shirley Avenue Elementary runs 20.8:1 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.
35% of students at Shirley 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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Shirley Avenue Elementary — Students at Shirley Avenue Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 2.5/10.
How Shirley Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Shirley 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
19452 Hart St., Reseda, CA 91335
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shirley Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KIRK O' THE VALLEY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stanley Mosk Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Winnetka), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LITTLE ACORNS GROW (rated 6.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Reseda, see our Reseda schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kirk O' The Valley School Reseda | 0.3 mi | — |
| KIRK O' THE VALLEY SCHOOL Reseda | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Sven Lokrantz Special Education Center Reseda | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Virtual Academy of Business & Entrepreneurship Reseda | 0.4 mi | — |
| AGBU MANOOGIAN-DEMIRDJIAN SCHOOL Canoga Park | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| ST JOSEPH THE WORKER SCHOOL Winnetka | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| AGBU Manoogian-Demirdjian Canoga Park | 0.5 mi | — |
| Diane S. Leichman Career Preparatory and Transition Center Reseda | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| St. Joseph the Worker Elementary Winnetka | 0.6 mi | — |
| Stanley Mosk Elementary Winnetka | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Melvin Avenue Elementary Reseda | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Ingenium Charter Middle Winnetka | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| John A. Sutter Middle Canoga Park | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| LITTLE ACORNS GROW Reseda | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Little Acorns Grow Reseda | 0.9 mi | — |
| WOODCREST SCHOOL Tarzana | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Calvert Charter for Enriched Studies Woodland Hills | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Vanalden Avenue Elementary Reseda | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Smart Generation Reseda | 1.1 mi | — |
| Fullbright Avenue Elementary Canoga Park | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91335 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,164
Median Home Value
$700,400
Median Rent
$1,811/mo
Population
74,802
College Educated
29.7%
Homeownership
50.7%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
39.4
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|---|---|
| Adams Elementary Santa Ana, CA | 4.9 |
| Alice Shaw Elementary Orcutt, CA | 4.9 |
| Alturas Elementary Alturas, CA | 4.9 |
| Anatola Avenue Elementary Lake Balboa, CA | 4.9 |
| Anderson Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 4.9 |
| Andrew Jackson Elementary Santa Ana, CA | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shirley Avenue Elementary
What grades does Shirley Avenue Elementary serve?
Shirley Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Shirley Avenue Elementary?
Shirley Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 416 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shirley Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Shirley Avenue Elementary is 20.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Shirley Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Shirley Avenue Elementary ranks #7,419 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Shirley Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Shirley Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Shirley Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Shirley Avenue Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Shirley Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Shirley Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shirley Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Shirley Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shirley Avenue Elementary?
88.0% of students at Shirley 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
- 416
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.9%
- Phone
- (818) 342-6183
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #715 of 769
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