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Sunland Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
8350 Hillrose St., Sunland, CA 91040
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,762 of 9,539
In Sunland
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#668 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Sunland Elementary
Elementary School in Sunland · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sunland Elementary
Sunland Elementary is a public elementary school in Sunland, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Sunland Elementary serves approximately 304 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,762 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sunland Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Sunland Elementary — Students at Sunland Elementary score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76%
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: 2.7/10.
How Sunland Elementary Compares
See how Sunland 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
8350 Hillrose St., Sunland, CA 91040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunland Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brainard Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Lake View Terrace), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Tujunga), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mountain View Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Tujunga), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sunland, see our Sunland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Apperson Street Elementary Sunland | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Mt. Gleason Middle Sunland | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| HAYKAZUNYADZ CHILD CARE CENTER INC. Tujunga | 0.9 mi | — |
| Mt. Lukens Continuation Tujunga | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Haykazunyadz Armenian Center Inc. Tujunga | 0.9 mi | — |
| Plainview Academic Charter Academy Tujunga | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Verdugo Hills Senior High Tujunga | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Tujunga | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Pinewood Avenue Elementary Tujunga | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Mountain View Elementary Tujunga | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Vinedale College Preparatory Academy Sun Valley | 2.9 mi | 4.7 |
| DELPHI ACADEMY OF LOS ANGELES Lake View Terrace | 3.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Delphi Academy of Los Angeles Lake View Terrace | 3.0 mi | — |
| VILLAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sun Valley | 3.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Brainard Elementary Lake View Terrace | 3.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Chamlian Armenian School Glendale | 3.2 mi | — |
| CHAMLIAN ARMENIAN SCHOOL Glendale | 3.3 mi | 2.3 |
| First Steps La Crescenta | 3.4 mi | — |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Burbank | 3.8 mi | 6.1 |
| FIRST STEPS SCHOOL La Crescenta | 3.4 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,719
Median Home Value
$787,000
Median Rent
$1,820/mo
Population
21,436
College Educated
31.4%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
34.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
43.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Acacia Magnet School for Enriched Learning Thousand Oaks, 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 |
| Beach Park Elementary Foster City, CA | 5.3 |
| Bradoaks Elementary Science Academy Monrovia, CA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunland Elementary
What grades does Sunland Elementary serve?
Sunland Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sunland Elementary?
Sunland Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 304 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunland Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunland Elementary is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sunland Elementary rank in CA?
Sunland Elementary ranks #6,762 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sunland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunland 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 Sunland Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunland Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sunland Elementary a charter school?
No, Sunland Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunland Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sunland Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunland Elementary?
76.0% of students at Sunland 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
- 304
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.0%
- Phone
- (818) 353-1631
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #668 of 769
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