Very Good
#1761 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 19% in state
Sylmar Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
13291 Phillippi Ave., Sylmar, CA 91342
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,761 of 9,539
In Sylmar
#2 of 13
public schools
In district
#191 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Sylmar Elementary
Sylmar Elementary is a public elementary school in Sylmar, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Sylmar Elementary serves approximately 415 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sylmar Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,761 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sylmar Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Sylmar 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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Sylmar Elementary — Students at Sylmar Elementary score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.5%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.
How Sylmar Elementary Compares
See how Sylmar 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
13291 Phillippi Ave., Sylmar, CA 91342
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sylmar Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PUC Community Charter Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Burbank), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Sylmar Leadership Academy (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Dyer Street Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sylmar, see our Sylmar schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Olive Vista Middle Sylmar | 0.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Poverello of Assisi Preschool Sylmar | 0.4 mi | — |
| POVERELLO OF ASSISI PRESCHOOL Sylmar | 0.4 mi | 2.1 |
| St. Didacus Sylmar | 0.4 mi | — |
| ST DIDACUS SCHOOL Sylmar | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Sylmar Leadership Academy Sylmar | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Sylmar Charter High Sylmar | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Sylmar Biotech Health and Engineering Magnet Sylmar | 0.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Evergreen Continuation Sylmar | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| PUC Community Charter Elementary Burbank | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| PARK MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S CENTER Sylmar | 0.6 mi | — |
| Dyer Street Elementary Sylmar | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| PUC Triumph Charter Academy and PUC Triumph Charter High Burbank | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| PUC Lakeview Charter High Burbank | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Herrick Avenue Elementary Sylmar | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Gridley Street Elementary San Fernando | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| El Dorado Avenue Elementary Sylmar | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| First United Methodist Church/Glenoaks Christian Elementary School San Fernando | 1.5 mi | — |
| GLENOAKS CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY San Fernando | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Hubbard Street Elementary Sylmar | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91342 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,480
Median Home Value
$641,100
Median Rent
$1,965/mo
Population
93,513
College Educated
20.1%
Homeownership
67.7%
Avg Commute
31.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
37.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ada S. Nelson Elementary Whittier, CA | 7.9 |
| Bagby Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.9 |
| Bel Aire Elementary Tiburon, CA | 7.9 |
| Bird Rock Elementary La Jolla, CA | 7.9 |
| Boronda Elementary Salinas, CA | 7.9 |
| Brywood Elementary Irvine, CA | 7.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sylmar Elementary
What grades does Sylmar Elementary serve?
Sylmar Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sylmar Elementary?
Sylmar Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 415 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sylmar Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sylmar Elementary is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sylmar Elementary rank in CA?
Sylmar Elementary ranks #1,761 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sylmar Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sylmar Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Sylmar Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sylmar Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sylmar Elementary a charter school?
No, Sylmar Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sylmar Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sylmar Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sylmar Elementary?
93.5% of students at Sylmar 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
- 415
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.1%
- Phone
- (818) 367-1078
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #191 of 769
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