Very Good
#2544 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 27% in state
Stagg Street Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
7839 Amestoy Ave., Van Nuys, CA 91406
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,544 of 9,539
In Van Nuys
#4 of 21
public schools
In district
#274 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Stagg Street Elementary
Stagg Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Van Nuys, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Stagg Street Elementary serves approximately 434 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Stagg Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,544 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Stagg Street Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Stagg Street Elementary runs 20.7:1 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.
37% of students at Stagg 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
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Stagg Street Elementary — Students at Stagg Street Elementary score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82%
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: 6.3/10.
How Stagg Street Elementary Compares
See how Stagg Street 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
7839 Amestoy Ave., Van Nuys, CA 91406
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Stagg Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Garden Grove Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Reseda), with a very similar rating. Another option is Lorne Street Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Northridge), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Gault Street Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Lake Balboa), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Van Nuys, see our Van Nuys schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91406 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,653
Median Home Value
$765,000
Median Rent
$1,859/mo
Population
52,661
College Educated
28.7%
Homeownership
39.4%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
18%
Median Age
37
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| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Costa Mesa, CA | 7.5 |
| Antelope Creek Elementary Rocklin, CA | 7.5 |
| Arellanes (Don Juan Bautista) Elementary Santa Maria, CA | 7.5 |
| Aspen Elementary Thousand Oaks, CA | 7.5 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Bella Vista, CA | 7.5 |
| Bixby Elementary Long Beach, CA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stagg Street Elementary
What grades does Stagg Street Elementary serve?
Stagg Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Stagg Street Elementary?
Stagg Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 434 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Stagg Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Stagg Street Elementary is 20.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Stagg Street Elementary rank in CA?
Stagg Street Elementary ranks #2,544 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Stagg Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Stagg Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Stagg Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Stagg Street Elementary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Stagg Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Stagg Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Stagg Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Stagg Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stagg Street Elementary?
82.0% of students at Stagg 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 434
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.9%
- Phone
- (818) 881-9850
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #274 of 769
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