Excellent
#888 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 9% in state
Sylvan Park Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
6238 Noble Ave., Van Nuys, CA 91411
Enrollment
663
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
663
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Van Nuys
#4 of 21
public schools
California elementary schools
#647 of 5,817
In district
#239 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Exceptional
About Sylvan Park Elementary
Sylvan Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Van Nuys, CA, part of the Los Angeles Unified. The school serves approximately 663 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 21.4:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 90.7th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 30% proficiency in math, 10 points below the state average and 31% in reading/language arts, 15 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.0/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $77,582, where 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Sylvan Park Elementary is 21.4:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Score Breakdown
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Sylvan Park Elementary — Students at Sylvan Park Elementary score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 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: 9.0/10.
How Sylvan Park Elementary Compares
See how Sylvan Park Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 20% (2019) to 32.48% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 35% (2019) to 29.53% (2024).
Location
6238 Noble Ave., Van Nuys, CA 91411
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sylvan Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Van Nuys Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CHILDRENS COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Kester Avenue Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Van Nuys, see our Van Nuys schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHILDRENS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Van Nuys | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Children's Community School Van Nuys | 0.5 mi | — |
| Will Rogers Continuation Van Nuys | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Columbus Avenue Elementary Van Nuys | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Van Nuys Senior High Van Nuys | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| ABC Little School Sherman Oaks | 0.8 mi | — |
| ABC LITTLE SCHOOL-SHERMAN OAKS Sherman Oaks | 0.8 mi | — |
| ST ELISABETH SCHOOL Van Nuys | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| ST. ELISABETH SCHOOL Van Nuys | 0.8 mi | — |
| Kester Avenue Elementary Van Nuys | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Ararat Charter Van Nuys | 1.0 mi | 3.1 |
| Van Nuys Elementary Van Nuys | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| High Tech LA Middle Van Nuys | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Van Nuys Middle Van Nuys | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| HAPPY PRESCHOOL LAND Van Nuys | 1.1 mi | — |
| CHAMPS - Charter HS of Arts-Multimedia & Performing Van Nuys | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Valley Charter Middle Van Nuys | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| SUNFLOWER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Van Nuys | 1.3 mi | — |
| Bassett Street Elementary Lake Balboa | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| EMEK HEBREW ACADEMY TEICHMAN FAMILY TORAH CENTER Sherman Oaks | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91411 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,582
Median Home Value
$973,300
Median Rent
$1,850/mo
Population
23,520
College Educated
36.9%
Homeownership
27.3%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
17.2%
Median Age
36.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Sylvan Park Elementary has a median household income of $77,582. It is an area where 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $973,300, with a median rent of $1,850/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.2%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary La Crescenta, CA | 8.3 |
| Broadway Elementary Venice, CA | 8.3 |
| Buena Terra Elementary Buena Park, CA | 8.3 |
| Butterfield Ranch Elementary Chino, CA | 8.3 |
| CHANDLER SCHOOL Pasadena, CA | 8.3 |
| Canyon View Elementary San Diego, CA | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sylvan Park Elementary
What grades does Sylvan Park Elementary serve?
Sylvan Park Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sylvan Park Elementary?
Sylvan Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 663 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sylvan Park Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sylvan Park Elementary is 21.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sylvan Park Elementary rank in CA?
Sylvan Park Elementary is ranked #888 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Sylvan Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sylvan Park Elementary has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sylvan Park Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Sylvan Park Elementary has 29.9% math proficiency and 30.6% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Sylvan Park Elementary a charter school?
No, Sylvan Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sylvan Park Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sylvan Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sylvan Park Elementary?
96.1% of students at Sylvan 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.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 70 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 56 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 77 Very Bikeable
- County Safety
- Low (245/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 663
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (818) 988-4020
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #239 of 769
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