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Sunny Brae Avenue Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

20620 Arminta St., Winnetka, CA 91306

Enrollment

440

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,763 of 9,539

In Winnetka

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#669 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Sunny Brae Avenue Elementary

5.3/10

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

Multicultural Learning Center

4.0/10

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About Sunny Brae Avenue Elementary

Sunny Brae Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Winnetka, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Sunny Brae Avenue Elementary serves approximately 440 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunny Brae Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,763 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Sunny Brae Avenue Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Sunny Brae 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-17.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.7 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism33%

Sunny Brae Avenue Elementary — Students at Sunny Brae Avenue Elementary score 30% 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

93.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 36.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 34.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 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
60%
ELA
44%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
45%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
49%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
24%
2015
Math
26%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
31%
2017
Math
21%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
21%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
21%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
25.4%
ELA
26.8%
2024
Math
28.6%
ELA
31.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.8/10.

How Sunny Brae Avenue Elementary Compares

See how Sunny Brae Avenue Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
29th percentile in CA
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
93%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.0%

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

20620 Arminta St., Winnetka, CA 91306

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sunny Brae Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Village Charter Academy (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Canoga Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Limerick Avenue Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Canoga Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Citizens of the World Charter School West Valley (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Winnetka, see our Winnetka schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Multicultural Learning Center Canoga Park 0.5 mi 4.0
Citizens of the World Charter School West Valley Winnetka 0.6 mi 7.0
GREENE GABLES SCHOOL Winnetka 0.8 mi
Limerick Avenue Elementary Canoga Park 0.9 mi 8.4
Winnetka Avenue Elementary Canoga Park 0.8 mi 5.4
Ingenium Charter Middle Winnetka 1.0 mi 7.8
John A. Sutter Middle Canoga Park 1.0 mi 5.2
N.E.W. Academy Canoga Park Canoga Park 1.0 mi 3.6
Fullbright Avenue Elementary Canoga Park 1.2 mi 5.4
Stanley Mosk Elementary Winnetka 1.1 mi 6.8
Hart Street Elementary Canoga Park 1.3 mi 5.1
St. Joseph the Worker Elementary Winnetka 1.2 mi
ST JOSEPH THE WORKER SCHOOL Winnetka 1.3 mi 5.8
Village Charter Academy Canoga Park 1.3 mi 8.5
COUTIN SCHOOL Canoga Park 1.4 mi 5.8
Melvin Avenue Elementary Reseda 1.3 mi 5.7
KIDSVILLE USA Northridge 1.4 mi
Canoga Park Elementary Canoga Park 1.4 mi 5.0
AGBU Manoogian-Demirdjian Canoga Park 1.6 mi
AGBU MANOOGIAN-DEMIRDJIAN SCHOOL Canoga Park 1.6 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91306 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,958

Median Home Value

$719,900

Median Rent

$1,909/mo

Population

48,177

College Educated

30.9%

Homeownership

56.6%

Avg Commute

30.1 min

Poverty Rate

19.2%

Median Age

38.1

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Ann Soldo Elementary Watsonville, CA 5.3
Arlington Heights Elementary Los Angeles, CA 5.3
Arminta Street Elementary North Hollywood, CA 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sunny Brae Avenue Elementary

What grades does Sunny Brae Avenue Elementary serve?

Sunny Brae Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Sunny Brae Avenue Elementary?

Sunny Brae Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 440 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunny Brae Avenue Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sunny Brae Avenue Elementary is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sunny Brae Avenue Elementary rank in CA?

Sunny Brae Avenue Elementary ranks #6,763 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Sunny Brae Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Sunny Brae Avenue 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 Sunny Brae Avenue Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunny Brae Avenue Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Sunny Brae Avenue Elementary a charter school?

No, Sunny Brae Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sunny Brae Avenue Elementary a Title I school?

No, Sunny Brae Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunny Brae Avenue Elementary?

93.4% of students at Sunny Brae 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
440
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
93.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.0%

District

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

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