Excellent
#1270 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 13% in state
Sierra Park Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
3170 Budau Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90032
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,270 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#119 of 563
public schools
In district
#148 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Sierra Park Elementary
Sierra Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Sierra Park Elementary serves approximately 269 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sierra Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,270 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sierra Park Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Sierra Park 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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Sierra Park Elementary — Students at Sierra Park Elementary score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.8%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.
How Sierra Park Elementary Compares
See how Sierra Park 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
3170 Budau Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90032
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sierra Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sierra Vista Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Monterey Hills Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby South Pasadena), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Farmdale Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,563
Median Home Value
$780,100
Median Rent
$1,571/mo
Population
43,724
College Educated
24.8%
Homeownership
51.8%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Median Age
37.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sierra Park Elementary
What grades does Sierra Park Elementary serve?
Sierra Park Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Sierra Park Elementary?
Sierra Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 269 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sierra Park Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sierra Park Elementary is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sierra Park Elementary rank in CA?
Sierra Park Elementary ranks #1,270 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sierra Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sierra Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Sierra Park Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sierra Park Elementary has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sierra Park Elementary a charter school?
No, Sierra Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sierra Park Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sierra Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sierra Park Elementary?
91.8% of students at Sierra Park 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 269
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.4%
- Phone
- (323) 223-1081
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #148 of 769
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